Pixel 5 vs Pixel 7a
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Google released the Pixel 5 in October 2020 and released the Pixel 7a in May 2023. The Pixel 5 launched with Android 11 and Google has promised the Pixel 5 will receive Android version updates and security updates through at least October 2023. The Pixel 7a launched with Android 13 and Google has promised the Pixel 7a will receive Android version updates through May 2026, and security updates through at least May 2028.
Price Comparison
Pixel 5 vs Pixel 7a Pricing
Specs Comparison
The Pixel 5 features an always-on 6.0-inch FHD+ OLED display with Smooth Display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G with Octa-Core processor, Adreno 620, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, the Titan M security module, and Pixel Imprint. The Pixel 5 feature set also includes a 4080 mAh battery, an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, stereo speakers, and USB-C.
To compare, the Pixel 7a features an always-on 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display, a Google Tensor G2 processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, the Titan M2 security chip, Security Core, VPN by Google One, Fingerprint Unlock, and Face Unlock. The Pixel 7a feature set also includes a fingerprint-resistant coating, a 4385 mAh battery, an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, stereo speakers, noise suppression, two microphones, and USB-C.
Size
| Size | Pixel 5 | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 70 mm 2.8 inches | |
| Height | 145 mm 5.7 inches | |
| Depth | 8 mm 0.3 inches | |
| Weight | 151 g 5.3 ounces |
The Pixel 5 measures 5.7” (H) x 2.8” (W) x 0.31” (D), weighs 5.3 ounces, and has a 6.0” display size. To compare, the Pixel 7a measures 6.0” (H) x 2.8” (W) x 0.4” (D), weighs 6.8 ounces, and has a 6.1” display size.
Camera
| Camera | Pixel 5 | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 12.2 MP | |
| Resolution | 4032x3024 |
The Pixel 5 and the Pixel 7a feature a single front-facing camera and a dual rear-facing camera setup.
The Pixel 5 features an 8MP camera on the front, and a 12MP dual-pixel and 16MP ultra-wide-angle camera on the back. The Pixel 5 ultra-wide rear camera has a field of view of 117 degrees.
The Pixel 7a features a 13MP ultra-wide camera with a 95-degree field of view on the front, a 64MP Quad PD Quad Bayer wide-angle camera, and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera on the back. The Pixel 7a wide-angle rear camera has an 80-degree field of view and the Pixel 7a ultra-wide-angle rear camera has a 120-degree field of view.
The Pixel 7a camera supports key features such as Photo Unblur, Magic Eraser, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Long Exposure, and more. Some of the shared camera features include Portrait Mode, Portrait Light, Night Sight, Top Shot, Live HDR+, dual exposure controls, Super Res Zoom, and more.
Screen
| Display | Pixel 5 | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | |
| Screen Size | 151 mm 5.9 in | |
| Pixels Per Inch | 437 ppi | ppi |
The Pixel 5 features a 6.0-inch FHD+ OLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 cover glass. The Pixel 7a features a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 and scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 3 cover glass.
The displays on the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 7a feature an always-on mode, HDR support, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and refresh rates up to 90Hz with Smooth Display. The Pixel 7a also supports a high brightness mode and has a now-playing mode and an at-a-glance mode.
Battery
| Battery | Pixel 5 | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4000 mAh | mAh |
| Longevity | 48 hours | hours |
| USB | USB-C |
The Pixel 5 is powered by a 4080 mAh battery, which according to Google, can provide “all-day” battery life. The Pixel 5 supports fast wired and fast wireless charging and has a Battery Share feature that allows you to wirelessly charge other devices.
The Pixel 7a is powered by a 4385 mAh battery, which according to Google, can last “beyond” 24 hours. The Pixel 7a supports fast wired charging, standard wireless charging using the Qi wireless standard, and has an Extreme Battery Saver mode that allows for up to 72 hours of battery life.
Processing
| Processor | Pixel 5 | Pixel 7a |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 5G SM7250-AA (Nairo) |
Color Choices
Pixel 5 vs Pixel 7a Colors
The Pixel 5 is available in two colors, and the Pixel 7a is available in four colors. The Pixel 5 colors include Black and Sorta Sage, and the Pixel 7a colors include Charcoal, Snow, Sea, and Coral.
Storage Options
Pixel 5 vs Pixel 7a Storage
The Pixel 5 and the Pixel 7a are available with 128GB of storage.
Pixel 5 vs Pixel 7a Reviews
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