Here’s a well-structured comparison between the Google Pixel 8a and Google Pixel 7 Pro.
📑 Table of Contents
- 📏 Size Comparison
- 🖥️ Display Comparison
- 🔋 Battery Life
- ⚡ Charging Speed
- 🔊 Speaker Test
- 🚀 Performance
- 📊 Benchmark Performance
- 📸 Camera Comparison
- 🎥 Video Quality
- 🏆 Overall Verdict
📏 Size Comparison
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm | 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 188 g | 212 g |
| Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Display Type | OLED, 90Hz refresh rate | LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1440 x 3120 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | ~83% | ~88% |
| Build Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Glass back, aluminum frame |
| Colors | Charcoal, Porcelain, Bay, Coral | Obsidian, Snow, Hazel |
| Water Resistance | IP67 | IP68 |
🖥️ Display Comparison
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Display Type | OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels (FHD+) | 1440 x 3120 pixels (QHD+) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | ~429 PPI | ~512 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 120Hz (10-120Hz adaptive) |
| Brightness | ~1000 nits (HBM), ~1400 nits (peak) | ~1000 nits (HBM), ~1500 nits (peak) |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | ~83% | ~88% |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Always-On Display | Yes | Yes |
| Curved Display | No | Yes |
| Notch/Cutout | Punch-hole (center) | Punch-hole (center) |
🔋 Battery Life
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,492 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Usage Type | Mixed Usage | Mixed Usage |
| Battery Life (Hours) | Up to 24 hours | Up to 24 hours |
| Extreme Battery Saver | Up to 72 hours | Up to 72 hours |
| Charging Speed | 18W wired charging | 30W wired charging |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes (23W with Pixel Stand) |
| Charging Time | ~90 minutes (0-100%) | ~80 minutes (0-100%) |
| Adaptive Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Health Features | Long-term battery health monitoring | Long-term battery health monitoring |
⚡ Charging Speed
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | ~4500 mAh | ~5000 mAh |
| Wired Charging Speed | 18W (USB-C) | 23W (USB-C) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi-compatible) | Yes (Qi-compatible) |
| Wireless Charging Speed | 7.5W | 12W (with Pixel Stand) |
| Reverse Wireless Charging | No | Yes (Battery Share) |
| 0% to 50% Charging Time | ~30 minutes | ~25 minutes |
| 0% to 100% Charging Time | ~90 minutes | ~80 minutes |
| Charging Adapter | Not included (sold separately) | Not included (sold separately) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes | Yes |
🔊 Speaker Test
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Type | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Output Quality | Clear and balanced, good for mid-range | Richer bass, better clarity, and depth |
| Loudness | Loud enough for personal use | Louder and more immersive |
| Bass Performance | Decent bass, but lacks depth | Stronger bass response |
| Treble Clarity | Clear treble, but can sound sharp at high volumes | Smooth and well-defined treble |
| Spatial Audio Support | No | No |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Bluetooth Audio Codecs | Supports SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC | Supports SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| Speaker Placement | Bottom-firing and earpiece speaker | Bottom-firing and earpiece speaker |
| Volume Consistency | Consistent across volume levels | Slightly better consistency at high volumes |
| Overall Audio Experience | Good for casual listening | Better for multimedia and immersive content |
🚀 Performance
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Google Tensor G2 |
| CPU Architecture | 9-core (1x Cortex-X3, 4x Cortex-A715, 4x Cortex-A510) | 8-core (2x Cortex-X1, 2x Cortex-A76, 4x Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G715 | ARM Mali-G710 |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5X | 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage Options | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| AI Performance | Enhanced AI with Tensor G3 | Tensor G2 AI capabilities |
| Thermal Management | Improved cooling system | Standard cooling |
| Benchmark Scores | Higher Antutu/Geekbench scores | Slightly lower Antutu/Geekbench scores |
| Gaming Performance | Smoother gameplay, better frame rates | Good, but slightly lower frame rates |
| Software Optimization | Android 14 with 7 years of updates | Android 13 (upgradable to Android 14) |
📊 Benchmark Performance
🔹 GeekBench 6
| Model | Single-Core | Multi-Core |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 8a | ~1600 | ~4100 |
| Pixel 7 Pro | ~1400 | ~3500 |
🔹 Antutu 10
| Model | Score |
|---|---|
| Pixel 8a | ~950K |
| Pixel 7 Pro | ~800K |
🔹 3DMark
| Model | Score | FPS |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 8a | ~2800 | ~15 FPS |
| Pixel 7 Pro | ~2500 | ~13 FPS |
📸 Camera Comparison
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main Camera | 64 MP (f/1.9, OIS) | 50 MP (f/1.9, OIS, Laser AF) |
| Ultra-Wide Camera | 13 MP (f/2.2, 120° FoV) | 12 MP (f/2.2, 126° FoV) |
| Telephoto Camera | None | 48 MP (f/3.5, 5x optical zoom, OIS) |
| Front Camera | 13 MP (f/2.2) | 10.8 MP (f/2.2, fixed focus) |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60fps | 4K @ 30/60fps, 1080p @ 30/60/240fps |
| Zoom Capabilities | Up to 8x Super Res Zoom | Up to 30x Super Res Zoom |
| Low-Light Performance | Excellent (Night Sight) | Excellent (Night Sight) |
| Software Features | Google AI features (Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur) | Google AI features (Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Real Tone) |
| Stabilization | OIS (Main Camera) | OIS (Main and Telephoto Cameras) |
| Camera Design | Dual-camera setup | Triple-camera setup |
🎥 Video Quality
| Feature | Google Pixel 8a | Google Pixel 7 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K at 60fps | Up to 4K at 60fps |
| Stabilization | Optical and Electronic Image Stabilization (OIS + EIS) | Advanced OIS + EIS with improved software stabilization |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ supported | HDR10+ supported |
| Low-Light Performance | Excellent (enhanced by Tensor G3 chip) | Excellent (enhanced by Tensor G2 chip) |
| Audio Zoom | Yes | Yes |
| Cinematic Blur | Yes (software-based) | Yes (software-based) |
| Frame Rates | 24fps, 30fps, 60fps | 24fps, 30fps, 60fps |
| Front Camera Video | Up to 4K at 30fps | Up to 4K at 30fps |
| Microphone Quality | Stereo recording with noise reduction | Stereo recording with advanced noise suppression |
| Software Enhancements | Real Tone, Night Sight Video | Real Tone, Night Sight Video |
| Dynamic Range | Improved dynamic range with Tensor G3 | Excellent dynamic range with Tensor G2 |
| Color Accuracy | Natural and accurate colors | Natural and accurate colors |
| Zoom in Video | Up to 8x digital zoom | Up to 10x digital zoom |
| Video Formats | MP4, H.265 (HEVC) | MP4, H.265 (HEVC) |
| AI Features | AI-powered video enhancements (e.g., auto-framing) | AI-powered video enhancements (e.g., auto-framing) |
🏆 Overall Verdict
✅ Pros
Pixel 8a
✔️ Compact and lightweight design
✔️ Newer Tensor G3 chip
✔️ Good performance for price
✔️ Solid camera system
Pixel 7 Pro
✔️ Larger, higher-quality LTPO AMOLED display
✔️ Bigger battery, better endurance
✔️ Faster wired & wireless charging
✔️ Superior camera system with 5x zoom
✔️ Premium glass build
❌ Cons
Pixel 8a
❌ Plastic back (less premium)
❌ No telephoto lens
❌ Slower charging
Pixel 7 Pro
❌ Bulkier and heavier
❌ Older Tensor G2 chip
