Google Pixel 7a 5G vs Motorola Moto G 86 Power

Our verdict: Both screen size and sharpness go to the Motorola Moto G 86 Power, with a 6.7" display at 446 PPI. On paper, the Google Pixel 7a 5G wins the camera battle with 64MP on the rear. Video callers will appreciate the Motorola Moto G 86 Power and its 32MP front camera. The Motorola Moto G 86 Power is better sealed against water with its IP68 certification.

Screen
6.1" 6.67"
Display
OLED P-OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
431 446
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 512GB
OS
Android 13 Android 15
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/6
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152 x 72.9 x 9 mm 161.2 x 74.8 x 8.7 mm
Weight
193 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
SIM-free
£139.99
Google Pixel 7a 5G Google Pixel 7a 5G Motorola Moto G 86 Power Motorola Moto G 86 Power
Screen 6.1" 6.67"
Display OLED P-OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 431 446
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 15
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/6
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm 161.2 x 74.8 x 8.7 mm
Weight 193 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
SIM-free £139.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?

The Motorola Moto G 86 Power has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 7a 5G's 6.1", the Motorola Moto G 86 Power has the sharper display at 446 pixels per inch versus 431, and the Google Pixel 7a 5G uses a OLED panel while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Moto G 86 Power?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is available in 128GB, while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Moto G 86 Power use?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is powered by the Google Tensor G2 (5 nm), while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (193 grams vs 195 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm, the Motorola Moto G 86 Power is slimmer at 8.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Moto G 86 Power?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, while the Motorola Moto G 86 Power is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Moto G 86 Power run?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G runs Android 13 and the Motorola Moto G 86 Power runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.