Huawei P50 Pro vs Pixel 7a: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei P50 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2021

Huawei P50 Pro

Huawei P50 Pro
80/ 100
Launch price$1,049
Google · 2023

Pixel 7a

Pixel 7a
79/ 100
Launch price$499
Head-to-head

Huawei P50 Pro wins 4 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei P50 Pro
Huawei P50 Pro
4 wins
Pixel 7a
Pixel 7a
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Huawei P50 ProPixel 7a
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    80
    80
  • CameraHuawei P50 Pro
    91
    88
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryHuawei P50 Pro
    72
    70
  • DisplayHuawei P50 Pro
    86
    74
  • ConnectivityPixel 7a
    83
    88
  • SecurityHuawei P50 Pro
    100
    86
  • ValuePixel 7a
    55
    80
Key differences
  • Pixel 7a has the bigger battery4,385 mAh vs 4,360 mAh
  • Huawei P50 Pro charges faster66W vs 18W
  • Pixel 7a has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
  • Huawei P50 Pro has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Huawei P50 Pro has the bigger screen6.6" vs 6.1"
  • Pixel 7a is lighter193.5 g vs 195 g
  • Pixel 7a launched cheaper$499 vs $1,049
  • Pixel 7a has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • Huawei P50 Pro has the faster chipHiSilicon Kirin 9000 vs Google Tensor G2
  • Huawei P50 Pro is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP67
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei P50 Pro
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.6" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Pixel 7a
  • ✓1.5 g lighter (193.5 g vs 195 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$550 cheaper at launch ($499 vs $1,049)
  • ✓Bigger 4,385 mAh battery (+25 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei P50 ProPixel 7a
1. Display & Screen🏆 Huawei P50 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.6"6.1"
Resolution & Density2700x1228 (450 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz90 Hz
Brightness800 nits peak1,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHiSilicon Kirin 9000 (5nm)Google Tensor G2 (5nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G78 MP24Mali-G710 MP7
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei P50 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX76664 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto Zoom40 MP (2x optical zoom), f/1.6, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP, f/2.413 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 7a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.8 x 72.8 x 8.5 mm152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight195 g193.5 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei P50 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,360 mAh4,385 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless charging7W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1,049$499
Our verdict

Huawei P50 Pro wins — BeastScore 79.8/100

The Huawei P50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (66W vs 18W) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz). The Pixel 7a is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,385 mAh vs 4,360 mAh).

Buy Huawei P50 Pro if you want

Faster wired charging: 66W vs 18W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Pixel 7a if you want

Higher-resolution main camera: 64 MP vs 50 MP · Lower launch price: $499 vs $1,049

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei P50 Pro or Pixel 7a?

The Huawei P50 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (66W vs 18W) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz). The Pixel 7a is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (4,385 mAh vs 4,360 mAh). BeastScore: Huawei P50 Pro 79.8/100, Pixel 7a 78.8/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei P50 Pro and Pixel 7a?

Huawei P50 Pro has a 6.6-inch display and 4360 mAh battery. Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery.

How do Huawei P50 Pro and Pixel 7a compare for speed?

Huawei P50 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; Pixel 7a scores 80/100.

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