Google Pixel 7 vs Google Pixel 7a
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Google Pixel 7
1category wins
Google Pixel 7a
6category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Google Pixel 7a
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Google Pixel 7a
Faster charging
Google Pixel 7
Higher-resolution camera
Google Pixel 7a
Better display
Google Pixel 7a
Lighter body
Google Pixel 7a
Best value for money
Google Pixel 7a
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2400 | 2400 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 90 |
| Peak Brightness | 1400 | — |
| PPI | 416 | 429 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 84.9 | 81.8 |
Platform
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Chipset Name | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G2 |
| Process (nm) | 5 | 5 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 13 | 13 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Geekbench (Multi-Core)
AnTuTu
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,461 | 1,461 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 3,867 | 3,867 |
| AnTuTu | 1,186,373 | 1,186,373 |
Memory
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm, (wide) | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm, (ultrawide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, 20mm, (ultrawide) |
Battery
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4355 | 4385 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 20 | 18 |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 20 | 5 |
Body
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Height (mm) | 155.6 | 152 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.7 | 9 |
| Weight (g) | 197 | 193.5 |
| Width (mm) | 73.2 | 72.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, October 06 | 2023, May 10 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 13 | Available. Released 2023, May 10 |
Network
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GQML3 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71 - GWKK3, G0DZQ |
| 5G Bands | 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 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - GWKK3 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I + B1c + B2a), GALILEO (E1 + E5a), QZSS (L1 + L5) | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
Sound
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7 and Google Pixel 7a are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Google Pixel 7a is 9% cheaper at 50,000 DZD versus 55,000 DZD for the Google Pixel 7, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Google Pixel 7a packs a 4385 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Google Pixel 7a reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 64 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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