Google Pixel 8a vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $1531. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 65/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8a has the bigger battery (4492 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 8a
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Bigger battery: 4492 vs 4400 mAh
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $1531
- Better camera (70/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better value for money (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 4 points higher (69/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $499 | $1531 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1032. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $1032.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (70/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 edges out the Google Pixel 8a by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.