New Google Pixel 7a vs Pixel 7: Which One Should You Buy?

Google has just released its latest line of smartphones, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7a. Both phones offer great features and performance, but there are some key differences between them that may make one a better choice for you than the other.

Introducing the design aspect, the Pixel 7 boasts a sleek 6.1-inch OLED display, offering a smooth 90 Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the Pixel 7a presents a slightly larger 6.3-inch AMOLED display with the same 90 Hz refresh rate. To safeguard the displays, the Pixel 7a is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, while the Pixel 7 features advanced Gorilla Victus protection.

Download: New Pixel 7a Wallpaper

Both these remarkable smartphones are powered by the cutting-edge 5nm Google Tensor G2 chipset, ensuring exceptional performance. Additionally, they both come pre-installed with the latest Android 13 operating system. It’s worth noting that the Pixel 7a exhibits slightly thicker bezels, which may appear less sleek compared to the Pixel 7, especially in today’s era of slim smartphones.

When it comes to photography, the Pixel 7a boasts a powerful 64MP primary camera and a 13MP ultrawide lens, capturing stunning moments with precision and detail. Meanwhile, the Pixel 7 offers a 50MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide lens, delivering exceptional image quality. Notably, both these smartphones support convenient wireless charging.

For a comprehensive overview of the specifications for each device, please refer to the detailed list provided below.

Pixel 7a VS Pixel 7

	Google Pixel 7a	Google Pixel 7
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Display	OLED, HDR, 90Hz	AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1400 nits (peak)
Screen Size	6.1 inches, 90.7 cm2 (~81.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.3 inches, 96.7 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~429 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~416 ppi density)
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
OS	Android 13	Android 13
Chipset	Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)	Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G710 MP7	Mali-G710 MP7
Rear Camera	64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm	50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm
Camera Features	Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama	Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Rear Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR
Front Camera	13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm	10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm
Front Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Dimension	152 x 72.9 x 9 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.35 in)	155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm (6.13 x 2.88 x 0.34 in)
Weight	193.5 g	197 g
Body	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Memory Card Slot	No	No
Internal Storage	128GB 8GB RAM UFS 3.1	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM UFS 3.1
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack	No	No
WiFi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	Yes	Yes
IR Port	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.2	USB Type-C 3.2
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Battery	Li-Po 4385 mAh, non-removable	Li-Ion 4355 mAh, non-removable
Charging	Wired, PD3.0	20W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min
Colors	Charcoal, Snow, Sea, Coral	Obsidian, Lemongrass, Snow
AnTuTu Score		813114
Price	$ 469.95 / € 509.00 / ₹ 43,999	$ 419.99 / € 548.53 / ₹ 55,999
Offers	Check Offers	Check Offers
Rating	3/5	4/5

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7a are both great phones. They offer excellent features and performance, and they both run Android 13. The Pixel 7 is more powerful and has a better camera system, but the Pixel 7a is more affordable. Ultimately, the best phone for you will depend on your individual needs and budget.

Which phone are you planning to buy?