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iPhone Air vs Pixel 7

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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iPhone Air
· 2025

iPhone Air

$999
78.1/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.1
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera82/100
Battery58/100
Pixel 7
· 2022

Pixel 7

$599
78.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iPhone Air:
  • ✓32g lighter chassis (165g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.5" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 7:
  • ✓$400 lower launch MSRP ($599 vs $999)
  • ✓Larger 4,355 mAh battery capacity (+1,206 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationiPhone AirPixel 7
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.5"6.3"
Resolution & Density2736x1260 (460 ppi)2400x1080 (416 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion90 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peak1,400 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS 26Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB8 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Fusion 48MP50 MP, f/1.85, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.910.8 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions156.2 x 74.7 x 5.64 mm155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm
Weight165 g197 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,149 mAh4,355 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20W wired fast charging20W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth6.05.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$999$599
Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 7 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 7 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 88/100 camera rating.

When to buy iPhone Air:
Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz · Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 1,400 nits
When to buy Pixel 7:
Higher overall BeastScore: 78.8 vs top rival 78.1 · Larger battery capacity: 4,355 mAh (+1,206 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iPhone Air vs Pixel 7

Which phone is better: iPhone Air or Pixel 7?

Pixel 7 leads with an overall BeastScore of 78.8/100 compared to iPhone Air (78.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 78.8 vs top rival 78.1 and Larger battery capacity: 4,355 mAh (+1,206 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between iPhone Air and Pixel 7?

iPhone Air is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 3149 mAh battery, while Pixel 7 features a 6.3-inch display and 4355 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between iPhone Air and Pixel 7?

In lab hardware evaluations, iPhone Air scores 82/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 7 scores 88/100.

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