Google Pixel 6a 5G vs Google Pixel 7a 5G

Our verdict: For photography, the Google Pixel 7a 5G leads with a 64MP main camera. For video calls and selfies, the Google Pixel 7a 5G offers a 13MP front camera. Portability goes to the Google Pixel 6a 5G at 178g. Prefer to own outright? The Google Pixel 6a 5G starts from just £109.99.

Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
OLED OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
431 431
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor (5nm) Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android 12 Android 13
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
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight
178 grams 193 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£18.47/mo (£100.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£109.99 £194.99
Google Pixel 6a 5G Google Pixel 6a 5G Google Pixel 7a 5G Google Pixel 7a 5G
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display OLED OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 431 431
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor (5nm) Google Tensor G2 (5 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 13
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 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight 178 grams 193 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £18.47/mo
£100.00 upfront
SIM-free £109.99 £194.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 6a 5G or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 431 pixels per inch, and both use OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 6a 5G or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 6a 5G or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 6a 5G and Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G is available in 128GB, while the Google Pixel 7a 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 6a 5G and Google Pixel 7a 5G use?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G is powered by the Google Tensor (5nm), while the Google Pixel 7a 5G uses the Google Tensor G2 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 6a 5G or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G is the more portable of the two — it's 15g lighter at 178 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 6a 5G or Google Pixel 7a 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 6a 5G and Google Pixel 7a 5G run?

The Google Pixel 6a 5G runs Android 12 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.