Comparing the specifications of Google's smartphone 'Pixel 7a' with 'Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 6a' and 'Galaxy A54 5G' & summary of overseas and domestic reviews
On May 11, 2023, Google released
Pixel 7a Review: It's a cheaper Pixel 7, eh?
https://mobilesyrup.com/2023/05/10/google-pixel-7a-review-canada/
Google Pixel 7A vs. 7 vs. 7 Pro vs. 6A: specs comparison - The Verge
Google's Pixel 7a may cost $50 more than its predecessor
https://www.engadget.com/googles-pixel-7a-may-cost-50-more-than-its-predecessor-210005898.html
Google Pixel 7a review: It's got everything you need and more for just $499 | Engadget
https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-7a-review-its-got-everything-you-need-and-more-for-just-499-184517525.html
Google Pixel 7A review: a better deal - The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/23716677/google-pixel-7a-review-screen-camera-battery
The 'Google Pixel 7a' released this time, the higher-end models 'Google Pixel 7' and 'Google Pixel 7 Pro', the ' Google Pixel 6a ' released last year, and the Galaxy scheduled to be released by Samsung after late May 2023 Below is a table comparing each A54 5G . Although the Google Pixel 7a has increased in price by just under 10,000 yen from last year's Google Pixel 6a, its specs have improved.
| Google Pixel 7a | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 7 Pro | Google Pixel 6a | Galaxy A54 5G | |
| Price overseas | $499 | $599 | $899 | $449 | $449 |
| Price in Japan | 62,700 yen | From 82,500 yen | From 124,300 yen | 53,980 yen | not clear |
| color | coral, sea, snow, charcoal | lemongrass, snow, obsidian | hazel, snow, obsidian | charcoal, chalk, sage | Awesome Graphite, Awesome White, Awesome Violet |
| body size | 152.4x72.9x9.0mm | 155.6x73.2x8.7mm | 162.9x76.6x8.9mm | 152.2x71.8x8.9mm | 158x77x10.3mm |
| weight | 193g | 197g | 212g | 178g | 201g |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| Screen size | 6.1 inch organic EL | 6.3 inch organic EL | 6.7 inch organic EL | 6.1 inch organic EL | 6.4 inch organic EL |
| resolution | 1080×2400 | 1080×2400 | 1440×3120 | 1080×2400 | 1080×2340 |
| refresh rate | 90Hz | 90Hz | 120Hz | 60Hz | Max 120Hz |
| processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor | Samsung Exynos 1380 |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | 12GB | 6GB | 6GB |
| storage | 128GB | 128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB | 128GB | 128GB |
| connection | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, 5G (millimeter wave) | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 5G (mmWave on some models) | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, 5G (mmWave on some models) | Wi-Fi 6E, LTE, Bluetooth 5.2 | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, 5G, 4G LTE |
| port | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 charging port (up to 18W) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 charging port (up to 20W) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 charging port (up to 23W) | USB-C 3.1 1st generation port (up to 18W) | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 charging port (up to 25W) |
| wireless charging | Max 7.5W | Max 20W | Max 23W | ✕ | ✕ |
| unlock | In-display fingerprint sensor/face recognition | In-display fingerprint sensor/face recognition | In-display fingerprint sensor/face recognition | In-display fingerprint sensor | In-display fingerprint sensor/face recognition |
| SIM | Nano SIM・eSIM | Nano SIM・eSIM | Nano SIM・eSIM | Nano SIM・eSIM | Nano SIM・eSIM |
| Water and dust resistance | IP67 | IP68 | IP68 | IP67 | IP68 |
| Front camera performance | 13 megapixels | 10.8 megapixels | 10.8 megapixels | 8 megapixel | 32 megapixels |
| Rear camera performance | 64-megapixel main camera and 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens | 50-megapixel main camera and 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens | 50-megapixel main camera, 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and 48-megapixel telephoto lens | 12.2 megapixel main camera and 12 megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens | 50 megapixel wide-angle lens, 12 megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and 5 megapixel macro lens |
| video recording | 4K at up to 60fps | 4K at up to 60fps with main camera and up to 30fps with ultra-wide lens | 4K at up to 60fps | 4K at up to 30fps | 4K30fps / Full HD60fps |
| battery capacity | 4385mAh | 4355mAh | 5000mAh | 4410mAh | 5000mAh |
The newly released Google Pixel 7a has a camera bar like the previous Google Pixel 7, Google Pixel 7 Pro, and Google Pixel 6a. MobileSyrup's Jonathan Lamont reports, ``The Pixel 7a's exterior is almost the same as the Pixel 6a. However, the Pixel 6a's camera bar was made of glass, but the Pixel 7a's camera bar has been changed to a metal camera bar.'' Masu.
Lamont also said, ``One of the complaints I have about the Pixel series is the use of slippery materials on the back panel.The Pixel 7a is not as slippery as the Pixel 7, but Personally, I would like to be able to hold my Pixel 7a without using a case, so improvements are needed.'
Engadget's Sam Rutherford said, ``Compared to the Pixel 7 Pro and other flagship models, the Pixel 7a's 90Hz refresh rate is certainly not fast, but when combined with the Tensor G2 chip, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage, it... It offers very smooth and comfortable operation. However, the screen size is not very large at 6.1 inches, so it may not be the best option for users who want to play games on their smartphone. .
On the other hand, the benchmark results of Google Pixel 7a are not very high, and Mr. Lamont, who conducted a benchmark test using Geekbench 6, said, ``Pixel 7a's score is higher than Pixel 7 and Pixel 6a equipped with the previous generation Tensor G1 chip. I was surprised how bad it was.' Also, when playing a heavy game like
Wired's Julian Chokkatu reports, ``The Pixel 7a has a larger camera sensor than last year's Pixel 6a, which improves shooting performance in brighter and darker places.'' In addition, when Mr. Chokkatu compared the camera performance with the Galaxy A54 5G, he said, ``There were scenes where the Galaxy A54 5G was able to shoot more detailed shots than the Pixel 7a, but the Pixel 7a's colors were overwhelmingly accurate and natural. I was able to take photos that showed it clearly.'
'The Pixel 7a launch proves that Google is still interested in mid-spec Pixels like the Pixel 7a, as well as flagship models like the Pixel 7 Pro,' said Alison Johnson of The Verge. ``Many aspects have been improved since the Pixel 6a, including the camera, performance, charging, and display.''
In Japan, advance reviews of Google Pixel 7a are being conducted by influencers such as YouTubers and some news media. Kazumasa Watanabe , who pre-reviewed the Google Pixel 7a, said, ``Although the basic specs have been improved from the previous Google Pixel 6a, such as camera shooting performance, support for wireless charging, and improved refresh rate, it is still in the 60,000 yen range. It has been praised as a smartphone with excellent cost performance.
This will sell. Google Pixel 7a is here! - YouTube
In addition, Papa no Hitogoto , who also reviewed the Google Pixel 7a, said, ``The Google Pixel 7a has some features removed from the Google Pixel 7, such as rapid wireless charging, battery share function, and a slight decrease in waterproof and dustproof performance. However, the Google Pixel 7 is almost 20,000 yen cheaper.
[On sale today] Review of the legitimate evolution Pixel 7a. supreme perfection. - YouTube
The price of Google Pixel 7a is 62,700 yen, and if you purchase from Google Store by May 22, 2023, you will receive an original smartphone case exclusively for Google Pixel 7a and 10,000 yen worth of Google Store credit that can be used for your next purchase. You will receive a present.
The Google Store also supports trade-in of smartphones made by Google, Apple, Sony, Samsung, Huawei, LG, and Sharp. Examples of maximum trade-in amounts are shown in the table below.
| Maker | Model | Maximum trade-in amount |
| Pixel | 1,500 yen | |
| Pixel 2 | 1,500 yen | |
| Pixel 3 | 4000 yen | |
| Pixel 3a | 6000 yen | |
| Pixel 4 | ¥ 10,000 | |
| Pixel 4a | 12,000 yen | |
| Pixel 5 | 12,000 yen | |
| Pixel 5a | 20,000 yen | |
| Pixel 6 | 21,000 yen | |
| Pixel 6 Pro | 22,000 yen | |
| Pixel 6a | 25,000 yen | |
| Pixel 7 | 29,896 yen | |
| Pixel 7 Pro | 34,833 yen | |
| Apple | iPhone 13 | 54,221 yen |
| iPhone 13 Mini | 44,927 yen | |
| iPhone 13 Pro | 61,990 yen | |
| iPhone 13 Pro Max | 69,397 yen | |
| iPhone 14 | 65,397 yen | |
| iPhone 14 Plus | 68,854 yen | |
| iPhone 14 Pro | 81,050 yen | |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max | 89,419 yen | |
| Samsung | Galaxy S20 | 14,380 yen |
| Galaxy S20 Plus | 16,849 yen | |
| Galaxy S20 Ultra | 19,317 yen | |
| Galaxy S21 | 16,849 yen | |
| Galaxy S21 Plus | 19,317 yen | |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra | 21,786 yen | |
| Galaxy S22 | 17,338 yen | |
| Galaxy S22 Plus | 22,498 yen | |
| Galaxy S22 Ultra | 27,522 yen |
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