Huawei Mate 40 Pro vs Pixel 7a: Which One Should You Buy?
Pixel 7a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Huawei Mate 40 Pro
Pixel 7a
Pixel 7a wins overall; Huawei Mate 40 Pro takes 3 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie8080
- CameraHuawei Mate 40 Pro9188
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryHuawei Mate 40 Pro7270
- DisplayTie7474
- ConnectivityPixel 7a8388
- SecurityHuawei Mate 40 Pro10086
- ValuePixel 7a5580
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro has the bigger battery4,400 mAh vs 4,385 mAh
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro charges faster66W vs 18W
- Pixel 7a has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro has the bigger screen6.76" vs 6.1"
- Pixel 7a is lighter193.5 g vs 212 g
- Pixel 7a launched cheaper$499 vs $1,199
- Pixel 7a has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP67
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 7a wins — BeastScore 78.8/100
The Pixel 7a is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (64 MP vs 50 MP) and lighter body (193.5 g vs 212 g). The Huawei Mate 40 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,400 mAh vs 4,385 mAh).
Faster wired charging: 66W vs 18W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Higher-resolution main camera: 64 MP vs 50 MP · Lighter: 193.5 g vs 212 g (19 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: Huawei Mate 40 Pro or Pixel 7a?
The Pixel 7a is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (64 MP vs 50 MP) and lighter body (193.5 g vs 212 g). The Huawei Mate 40 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,400 mAh vs 4,385 mAh). BeastScore: Huawei Mate 40 Pro 77.5/100, Pixel 7a 78.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Pixel 7a?
Huawei Mate 40 Pro has a 6.76-inch display and 4400 mAh battery. Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery.
How do Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Pixel 7a compare for speed?
Huawei Mate 40 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; Pixel 7a scores 80/100.
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