Google Pixel 7a vs Google Pixel 5a Specs
This article will compare the new mid-range offering from Google, the Google Pixel 7a, with the Google Pixel 5a. Let’s find the difference between these two smartphones.
The Google device is camera-centric. Both Google Pixel 7a and Pixel 5a smartphones are midrange offerings, while the Pixel 7a is the upgrade of Pixel 6a or Pixel 5a, bringing many differences in the specs of the two smartphones.
Starting with performance, the Google Pixel 7a smartphone, powered by the Google Tensor G2 (5nm) chipset, offers better performance and has a primary clock speed of 2.85 GHz. The Google Pixel 5a, on the other hand, is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G (7nm) chipset with its primary cores clocked at 2.4 GHz.
The display of the two devices also differs, with the Google Pixel 7a offering a better display than the Google Pixel 5a. The Google Pixel 7a smartphone has an OLED display with a screen size of 6.1 inches, while the Pixel 5a smartphone offers a 6.34″ OLED display. Both devices have a screen resolution of 1080 × 2400 pixels, but the Pixel 7a has a fast refresh rate of 90Hz, whereas the Pixel 5a has a 60Hz fast refresh rate.
Regarding Camera Configuration, the Pixel 7a features a dual rear camera setup with a 64MP Primary wide camera and a 13MP Ultrawide camera. The Google Pixel 5a offers a dual rear camera setup with a 12.2MP primary wide camera and 16MP ultrawide camera. For selfies, the Pixel 7a offers a 13MP front-facing camera, while the Pixel 5a offers an 8MP front camera.
The Battery backup, Pixel 5a, has a 4680mAh non-removable battery and 18w wired charging support, whereas the Pixel 7a houses a 4385mAh non-removable battery with wired charging and wireless charging. However, it is also noted that the Pixel 7a offers wireless charging and less battery life, while the Pixel 5a has a large battery and lacks wireless charging.
Google Pixel 7a was introduced recently at 499$, and in India, Rs. 43,999, while the Google Pixel 5a smartphone is priced at 349$ and in India, Rs. 25,999 for the base variant.
Now comparing the specs with the price of the two devices, the Google Pixel 7a, even if priced higher, offers better and greater specs than the Google Pixel 5a smartphone. The Google Pixel 7a gives users better performance, display, camera, and battery life. All these make the Pixel 7a smartphone a better choice, and the extra you will pay is worth it.
Here is a detailed list of the specs of these smartphones.
Google Pixel 7a vs. Google Pixel 5a Specs
General
| Release Date | 10th May 2023 | 26th August 2021 |
| Dimensions | 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm (5.98 x 2.87 x 0.35 in) | 154.9 x 73.7 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.90 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 193.5 g (6.84 oz) | 183 g (6.46 oz) |
Connectivity
| Network Connectivity | 2G,3G,4G,5G | 2G,3G,4G,5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD |
Processor
| Chipset | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm) |
| Primary Clock Speed | Octa-core (2×2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2×2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1×2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1×2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) |
| Operating System | Android 13 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Adreno 620 |
Display
| Display | OLED, HDR, 90Hz | OLED, HDR |
| Screen Size | 6.1 inches | 6.34 inches |
| Screen Resolutions | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz |
Camera
| Rear Camera | 64MP+13MP Dual Camera Setup | 12.2MP+16MP Dual Camera Setup |
| Front Camera | 13MP | 8MP |
Sensors
| Â Fingerprint Sensor | under the display, the optical Fingerprint Sensor | rear-Mounted Fingerprint Sensor |
| Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Proximity Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes | Yes |
| Compass | Yes | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Capacity | 4385 mAh | 4680 mAh |
| Â Fast Charger | Wired, PD3.0 Wireless |
18W wired, PD2.0 |
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FAQ
- Is Pixel 5a have a better battery and camera than Pixel 7a?
Pixel 5a has 4680mAh battery life while the Pixel 7a has 4385, and in-camera, Pixel 7a has a better camera than Pixel 5a.
- What is the Antutu score of Pixel 7a?
The Antutu score of Pixel 7a is 708104.
- Is Pixel 7a support dual sim?Â
Yes, Pixel 7a has dual sim but supports it. You can use an eSIM & a single physical sim card.Â