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Pixel 7a vs Galaxy S23

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

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· 2023

Pixel 7a

$499

78.8/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

78.8

Benchmark

Performance80/100

Camera88/100

Battery70/100

· 2023

Galaxy S23

$799

78.8/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

78.8

Benchmark

Performance80/100

Camera91/100

Battery58/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 7a:

✓$300 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $799)
✓Larger 4,385 mAh battery capacity (+485 mAh more capacity)
✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy Galaxy S23:

✓25.5g lighter chassis (168g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.1" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Pixel 7a	Galaxy S23
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & Tech	AMOLED	Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Screen Size	6.1"	6.1"
Resolution & Density	2400x1080 (429 ppi)	2340x1080 (425 ppi)
Refresh Rate	90 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,000 nits peak	1,750 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 13	Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB	8 GB
Internal Storage	128GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN1	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Samsung GN3
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	13 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions	152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm	146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm
Weight	193.5 g	168 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP67	IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	4,385 mAh	3,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	18W wired fast charging	25W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	15W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	5.3	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$499	$799

Editorial Lab Verdict

Pixel 7a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Pixel 7a 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 Pixel 7a:

Larger battery capacity: 4,385 mAh (+485 mAh more) · Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP

When to buy Galaxy S23:

Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system) · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 7a vs Galaxy S23

Which phone is better: Pixel 7a or Galaxy S23?

Pixel 7a leads with an overall BeastScore of 78.8/100 compared to Galaxy S23 (78.8/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 4,385 mAh (+485 mAh more) and Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 7a and Galaxy S23?

Pixel 7a is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery, while Galaxy S23 features a 6.1-inch display and 3900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 7a and Galaxy S23?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 7a scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S23 scores 91/100.

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Pixel 7a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.8/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 7a vs Galaxy S23

Which phone is better: Pixel 7a or Galaxy S23?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 7a and Galaxy S23?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 7a and Galaxy S23?

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