Last Wednesday, Google launched the (Pixel 7a) phone, which has strong specifications and an average price in some countries, as the phone costs only $ 499 and contains a (Tensor G2) processor. This is the processor that works with the main models of Google phones: Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.
The Pixel 7a has many of the same features as the flagship Pixel 7, but at a cheaper price point. However, price should not be the only factor you should rely on before buying a new phone. You should also know all the other specifications and the differences between them in order to choose the most suitable phone.
To help you choose, we've put together a full comparison of Google's Pixel 7a and Pixel 7 phones below:
design:
The Pixel 7a has a sleek design very similar to the Pixel 7 in that it has a bezel on the back, a button around the camera, Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, and a plastic layer on the back of the phone. The Midframe phone is made of aluminum and is water and dust resistant up to IP67 standard.
In the Pixel 7, the front screen is protected by a layer of glass (Gorilla Glass Victus), and the back of the phone is protected by the same type of glass, in addition to an aluminum metal frame that covers the edges.
The thickness of the phone is 8.7 mm and its weight is 197 grams, and it supports the IP68 waterproof standard as it can withstand immersion to a depth of one and a half meters for up to half an hour.
screen:
The Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch (OLED) screen with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, support for a 90Hz refresh rate, the Google Smooth Display feature that allows the screen to consume less battery, and the always-on function.
The Pixel 7 has a 6.3-inch (AMOELD) screen with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, supports 90Hz refresh rate and 416ppi pixel density. In addition to support for High Dynamic Range technology (HDR10 +) and always-on functions.
Pixel 7a is the first A-series phone to support refresh rates above 60Hz. So, with a refresh rate of 90Hz, it offers a smooth user experience just like the Pixel 7.
camera:
The Pixel 7a has a dual-lens rear camera, a 64-megapixel main camera with an f / 1.9 lens, and a 13-megapixel secondary camera with an f / 2.2 lens. The rear camera can record 4K videos at 60fps and 1080p videos at 240fps.
The front camera is 13 megapixels, has an f / 2.2 lens, supports (Auto HDR), and can record 4K video at 30 frames per second and 1080p videos at 30 frames per second.
The Pixel 7's rear camera has a dual lens. The main camera is 50 megapixels with an f / 1.9 lens, and the second is 12 megapixels with an f / 2.2 lens.
As for the rear camera's video recording function, the Pixel 7's camera can record 4K video at 60fps and 1080p video at 240fps.
The front camera on the Pixel 7 has a 10.8MP f/2.2 aperture that can record 4K video at 60fps and 1080p video at 60fps.
Power, battery and charging:
Pixel 7a and Pixel 7 are both powered by Google Tensor G2 octa-core processor based on 5nm technology with a maximum frequency of 2.85GHz and both have Mali-G710 MP7 GPU.
As for the battery, the Pixel 7a is equipped with a 4,385mAh battery, which is larger than the Pixel 7's 4,355mAh battery.
The Pixel 7a supports 18W wired charging and 7.5W wireless charging, while the Pixel 7 supports 25W wired charging, 10W wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging.
Both phones have 8GB of RAM, but the Pixel 7 offers two internal storage options: 128GB or 256GB, while the Pixel 7a offers one internal storage option: 128GB, and both support RAM. Increase in RAM via MicroSD card.
Both phones support Wi-Fi 6e and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. They are running Android 13.
price:
The Pixel 7a is available in four colours: white (ice white), orange (coral), black (charcoal) and blue (ocean).
The Pixel 7a is now available in 17 different countries for $499: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, Japan, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, and India.
Buyers can get free gifts like Pixel Buds A wireless headphones and protective cases when they shop on the official Google Store.
The Pixel 7 starts at $599 and comes in three colors: black (obsidian), green (citronella), and snow (white).
A full comparison between the Pixel 7a and Pixel 7 phones:
