Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 7
Our Verdict: The Pixel 10a is three years newer than the Pixel 7, and it shows in the specs. The 7 has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 48MP, and the 10a has the bigger battery of the two, 5100mAh against 4355mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The 10a is the lighter phone at 183g against 195g. Coming from the 7, the 10a is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 7 starts at £150 SIM-free.
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 11 reviews |
4.4 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.3" |
| Display | P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2424 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 421 | 418 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 10.8 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) | Google Tensor G2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,100 mAh | 4,355 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm | 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight | 183 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
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| SIM-free | £339.99 | £149.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 10a or Google Pixel 7?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 421 pixels per inch, and the Google Pixel 10a uses a P-OLED, HDR, 120Hz, 2000 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) panel while the Google Pixel 7 has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 10a or Google Pixel 7?
The Google Pixel 10a features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 7 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 10a or Google Pixel 7?
The Google Pixel 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £149.99.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 7?
The Google Pixel 10a is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Google Pixel 7 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 7 use?
The Google Pixel 10a is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Google Pixel 7 uses the Google Tensor G2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 10a or Google Pixel 7?
The Google Pixel 10a is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 183 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm, the Google Pixel 7 is slimmer at 8.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 10a or Google Pixel 7?
The Google Pixel 10a is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Google Pixel 7 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 7 run?
The Google Pixel 10a runs Android 16 and the Google Pixel 7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.