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Google Pixel 7a

Google Pixel 7a
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Tensor G2
5 nm
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4385 mAh
18W
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6.1"
1080 x 2400 pixels
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64 MP
4K@30/60fps
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Specs
2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1
2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55
2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715
6x Cortex-A510
8GB 256GB (UFS 2.2)
f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
13 MP
f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm
f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS
2 MP
f/2.4, (depth)
1080p@30/60/120/240fps
1080p@30/60fps
f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.12µm
f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm
1080p@30fps
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM
SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid)
18 5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n38, n40, n41, n66, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79
8 5G bands
n1, n3, n5, n8, n28, n40, n77, n78
In this performance comparison, the Google Pixel 7a with its Google Tensor G2 (5nm) performs better than the iQOO Z9 with the Mediatek Dimensity 7200 (4nm), thanks to superior chipset efficiency.
Google Pixel 7a offers 3 years of OS updates, whereas iQOO Z9 provides 2 years. For security updates, Google Pixel 7a offers 5 years of support compared to iQOO Z9's 3 years.
Both Google Pixel 7a and iQOO Z9 feature AMOLED displays, offering vibrant colors and deeper blacks. In terms of smoothness, iQOO Z9 offers a higher 120 Hz refresh rate, ensuring fluid scrolling and animations. iQOO Z9 also boasts a brighter screen with 1800 nits of peak brightness, enhancing outdoor visibility. Both phones have the same screen resolution.
iQOO Z9 features a larger 5000 mAh battery, potentially delivering better battery life. iQOO Z9 also supports faster wired charging at 44W, compared to 18W on Google Pixel 7a. Google Pixel 7a supports wireless charging at 5W, while iQOO Z9 does not support wireless charging.
Google Pixel 7a offers better protection against water and dust with an IP67 rating.
- Google Pixel 7a – Check price here
- iQOO Z9 – Check price here
¹ Scores can vary even with the same chipset due to RAM, thermals, and software optimization.