Google Pixel 6a vs Google Pixel 7
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 6a
Google Pixel 7
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 6a
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 6a
Faster charging
Google Pixel 7
Higher-resolution camera
Google Pixel 7
Better display
Google Pixel 7
Lighter body
Google Pixel 6a
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.1 | 6.3 |
| Panel Type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2400 | 2400 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 90 |
| Peak Brightness | — | 1400 |
| PPI | 429 | 416 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Screen-to-body | 83 | 84.9 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G78 MP20 | Mali-G710 MP7 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor | Google Tensor G2 |
| Process (nm) | 5 | 5 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 12 | 13 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2, 24mm, (wide) | 10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4410 | 4355 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 20 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | — | 20 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 152.2 | 155.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Weight (g) | 178 | 197 |
| Width (mm) | 71.8 | 73.2 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, May 11 | 2022, October 06 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, July 21 | Available. Released 2022, October 13 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 - GX7AS, GB62Z (USA/Canada) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GQML3 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - GX7AS (USA/Canada) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - GQML3 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I + B1c + B2a), GALILEO (E1 + E5a), QZSS (L1 + L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 6a | Google Pixel 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Google Pixel 6a and Google Pixel 7 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 6a is 31% cheaper at 38,000 DZD versus 55,000 DZD for the Google Pixel 7, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 6a packs a 4410 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 7 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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