Apple iPhone 11 vs Google Pixel 7a 5G

Our verdict: If you care about a crisp screen, the Google Pixel 7a 5G wins at 431 PPI. For photography, the Google Pixel 7a 5G leads with a 64MP main camera. The Google Pixel 7a 5G is better sealed against water with its IP67 certification. Need plenty of storage? The Apple iPhone 11 offers 3 different capacities.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
IPS LCD OLED
Resolution
828 x 1792 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
324 431
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 13
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight
194 grams 193 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£129.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£109.99
Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Google Pixel 7a 5G Google Pixel 7a 5G
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display IPS LCD OLED
Resolution 828 x 1792 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 324 431
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Apple iOS Android 13
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight 194 grams 193 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £10.00/mo
£129.00 upfront
SIM-free £109.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Google Pixel 7a 5G has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Google Pixel 7a 5G has a OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 7a 5G has a 64 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 and Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Google Pixel 7a 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Google Pixel 7a 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Google Pixel 7a 5G uses the Google Tensor G2 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (194 grams vs 193 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm, the Apple iPhone 11 is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Google Pixel 7a 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Google Pixel 7a 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 11 runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 7a 5G runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.