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Pixel 7a vs ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition

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

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Pixel 7a
· 2023

Pixel 7a

$499
78.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100
ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition
· 2022

ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition

Price on request
79.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Pixel 7a:
  • $9500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $9999)
  • Larger 4,385 mAh battery capacity (+385 mAh more capacity)
  • 64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition:
  • 24.5g lighter chassis (169g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • 64.2MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • 5.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPixel 7aZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAM-OLED
Screen Size6.1"5.9"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (429 ppi)1080x2400 (446 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peakN/A
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 SystemAndroid 13Android 11
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage128GB128GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN164.2 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.2N/A
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 Lens13 MP, f/2.212.2 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm
Weight193.5 g169 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67Not certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,385 mAh4,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging7W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB C reversible
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$499Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Pixel 7a:
Larger battery capacity: 4,385 mAh (+385 mAh more) · Brighter screen: 1,000 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to buy ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition:
Higher overall BeastScore: 79.0 vs top rival 78.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Pixel 7a vs ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition

Which phone is better: Pixel 7a or ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition?

ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.0/100 compared to Pixel 7a (78.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.0 vs top rival 78.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 18W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Pixel 7a and ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition?

Pixel 7a is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery, while ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition features a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Pixel 7a and ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition?

In lab hardware evaluations, Pixel 7a scores 88/100 in camera performance, while ZenFone 8z 2021 Standard Edition scores 84/100.

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