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Pixel 7a vs Pixel 8

21 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

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Pixel 7a has advantages in rear cameras, while Pixel 8 has advantages in display, design & dimensions.

Top Differences

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✓30 registry fields

Refresh rate90 Hz → 120 Hz
ChipGoogle Tensor G2 → Google Tensor G3
Main camera64 MP → 50 MP
Fast chargeUnknown → up to 50% charge in about 30 minutes 7 - with Google 30W USB-C® Charger with USB-PD 3.0 (PPS) sold separately
Storage options128 GB → 128 GB, 256 GB

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Refresh ratePixel 8

90 Hz compared with 120 Hz

ChipDifferent, with no automatic winner

Google Tensor G2 compared with Google Tensor G3

Main cameraPixel 7a

64 MP compared with 50 MP

Fast chargeDifferent, with no automatic winner

Unknown compared with up to 50% charge in about 30 minutes 7 - with Google 30W USB-C® Charger with USB-PD 3.0 (PPS) sold separately

Storage optionsDifferent, with no automatic winner

128 GB compared with 128 GB, 256 GB

Full Comparison

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✓30 registry fields

FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Ultra Wide cameraMinor difference1 official source13 MP12 MPHigher resolution can preserve more detail in wide scenes.
Main cameraMarginal difference1 official source64 MP50 MPResolution is one part of camera detail and crop flexibility.
Front cameraMinor difference1 official source13 MP10.5 MPFront camera changes affect selfies and video calls.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Display sizeMinor difference1 official source6.1 in6.2 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
Refresh rateMeaningful difference1 official source90 Hz120 HzHigher refresh rates make motion and scrolling feel smoother.
Brightness peak nitsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown2000No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
TechnologyMarginal difference1 official sourceOLEDActua OLEDNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
ChipMarginal difference1 official sourceGoogle Tensor G2Google Tensor G3Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Fast chargeMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownup to 50% charge in about 30 minutes 7 - with Google 30W USB-C® Charger with USB-PD 3.0 (PPS) sold separatelyShorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Capacity mahMarginal difference1 official source43854575No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
WeightMinor difference1 official source193.5 g187 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference1 official source98.9No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference1 official source152150.5No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference1 official source72.970.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference1 official source128 GB128 GB, 256 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
RatingMarginal difference1 official sourceIP67IP68No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownObsidian, Hazel, Rose, MintNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Wired max wMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown30No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
WifiMarginal difference1 official sourceWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
Usb speedMarginal difference1 official sourceUSB 3.2 Gen 2USB 3.2No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldPixel 7aPixel 8Why it matters
OsMarginal difference1 official sourceAndroid 13UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

Zoom8x
Ram gb8
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3
U.S. SIMDual SIM (Nano SIM + eSIM)
SecurityTitan M2
Cellular5G
Resolution1080 x 2400
ConnectorUSB-C

Which should you buy?

Pixel 7a and Pixel 8 trade strengths: Pixel 7a leads in Camera, while Pixel 8 leads in Display and Design.

CHOOSE PIXEL 7A
  • Choose Pixel 7a if you prioritize camera.
CHOOSE PIXEL 8
  • Choose Pixel 8 if you prioritize display and design.

Category-by-category

DISPLAY · Pixel 8

Leads in display.

REAR CAMERAS · Pixel 7a

Leads in camera.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · Pixel 8

Leads in design.

PERFORMANCE · Comparable

Comparable across performance.

BATTERY · Comparable

Comparable across battery.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

CHARGING · Comparable

Comparable across charging.

CONNECTIVITY · Comparable

Comparable across connectivity.

PORTS · Comparable

Comparable across ports.

SOFTWARE · Comparable

Comparable across software.

FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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