Google Pixel 7a – Unlocked Android Cell Phone – Smartphone with Wide Angle Lens and 24-Hour Battery – 128 GB – Charcoal
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Fast Charging: Pixel 7a has a 24-hour battery life and supports fast charging up to 72 hours with Extreme Battery Saver turned on.
Advanced Camera: Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch OLED display with 1080p video capture and a 64MP rear camera that performs well in low light.
Security Features: Pixel 7a has a 6.1-inch OLED display with 1080p video capture and a 64MP rear camera that performs well in low light. It also has a biometric fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking.
Wireless Connectivity: Pixel 7a supports NFC, Wi-Fi, USB, and Bluetooth for easy connectivity to other devices.
Water Resistant Design: Pixel 7a has a water-resistant design that allows you to use it even in rainy or wet conditions.
Long Battery Life: Pixel 7a has a 4385mAh battery that provides up to 24 hours of use per charge, with the option to extend battery life up to 72 hours with Extreme Battery Saver.
Dual SIM Card Slots: Pixel 7a has dual SIM card slots for convenient use with two separate phone numbers.
Google Tensor G2 Processor: Pixel 7a is powered by a Google Tensor G2 processor for fast performance and advanced AI features.
Google Assistant Integration: Pixel 7a has Google Assistant integration for hands-free assistance and control.
1 Year Manufacturer Warranty: Pixel 7a comes with a 1 year manufacturer warranty for peace of mind and protection.
Introducing Pixel 7a.
Google Tensor G2 – along with 8 GB of RAM – makes it fast and efficient, with improved audio calls and great battery life. Its features are rated highest in security.[1] And the Pixel Camera takes amazing photos and videos. All for less than you think.
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Fix your blurry pics.
Enhance out-of-focus photos – even ones taken with older or non-Pixel phones.[3]
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Make distractions disappear, just like that.
Easily remove photobombers, or change the color and brightness so an object blends in.[3]
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The camera that makes you feel seen.
Real Tone represents the nuances of different skin tones beautifully and accurately in photos.
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Take amazing close-ups.
Get up close without the need for an extra telephoto lens.
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Stunning photos come out at night.
Capture city lights, portraits in low light, and starry skies with astrophotography.[20]
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The brains behind Pixel 7a.
Engineered by Google, the Tensor G2 chip makes it faster, more efficient, and more secure.[10]
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Easier phone calls with Call Assist.
Pixel helps with making calls, avoiding spammers, and more.[21] It even waits on hold for you.
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Extra online protection at no extra cost.
VPN by Google One helps protect your online activity in any app or web browser.[11]
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Switching is simple.
Just connect your old phone to your new Pixel to easily transfer contacts, messages, and photos.[22]
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Made to work seamlessly together.
Pixel phones, watches, earbuds, and tablets deliver personalized help throughout your day.[9]
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Display6.1" FHD+[14] - up to 90Hz[15] |
Display6.3" FHD+[14] - up to 90Hz[15] |
Display6.7" QHD+ LTPO[14] - up to 120Hz[15] |
Camera64 MP wide - 13 MP ultrawide[16] -13 MP front camera |
Camera50 MP wide - 12 MP ultrawide[16] - 10.8 MP front camera |
Camera48 MP telephoto - 50 MP wide - 12 MP ultrawide[16] - 10.8 MP front camera |
Camera featuresSuper Res Zoom[15] up to 8x - Real Tone |
Camera featuresSuper Res Zoom[15] up to 8x - Real Tone |
Camera featuresMacro Focus - Super Res Zoom[15] up to 30x - Real Tone |
Battery and charging24-hour battery[18] - Wireless charging[19] |
24-hour battery[18] - Wireless charging[19] |
24-hour battery[18] - Wireless charging[19] |
ProcessorGoogle Tensor G2 processor |
ProcessorGoogle Tensor G2 processor |
ProcessorGoogle Tensor G2 processor |
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This is a decent phone in a lot of ways. The processor is powerful, the battery life is fine, the screen is okay, etc. Unfortunately, the software experience is absolutely awful. It often feels like a beta product.I must preface this with the caveat that I only used it for about 2 weeks before I was offered to upgrade to Android 14. I didn't much care for the UI of Android 13, so I accepted. This is supposed to be one of the advantages of having a Pixel, getting the latest versions of Android as soon as they're available. It's too bad then that Android 14 is hot garbage.Before I get into that, I'd like to discuss the issues I have with the hardware, specifically as it compares to the Essential PH-1. Here's a quick list of cons:1. The buttons on the side of the phone. This is not a huge issue, but it took me a while to get used to. I much prefer the button layout on the PH-1. Volume up, volume down, power, in 3 separate buttons, in that order. When I first got the 7a, I kept pressing volume down instead of power.2. The fingerprint sensor is awful. I cannot stress how much I hate the in-screen fingerprint sensor, which is not a convenient implementation. The sensor on the PH-1 is on the back, so I can operate it without looking at the screen and as I'm pulling it out of my pocket, using any available finger. It's just so easy and natural, and... it actually WORKS 99% of the time, unlike the garbage sensor in the 7a, which fails to recognize my thumb at least 50% of the time.3. Aluminum construction is flimsy and easily scratched. My phone hasn't yet gotten bent from living in my pocket, but I suspect that it's inevitable. Apple demonstrated this problem 9 years ago with the iPhone 6. The Pixel 7a is likely even less sturdy due to its plastic back. The PH-1 is built like a tank, and feels like a massively higher quality phone just sitting in my hand.4. It doesn't lay flat. Most phones don't. Still, this is one of my favorite aspects of the PH-1, as it never slides itself off a surface. At least the 7a DOES have the camera bar so that it doesn't sit crooked like other phones. (This can be solved by using a case, but I don't like to embiggen my phone with a case, so I don't use them.)5. The cutouts at the bottom of the phone are not beveled at all, so when I rest the phone on my pinky finger, they dig into it.6. The screen's aspect ratio is 20:9. I know super tall phones are a common trend in smartphones, but I don't get it at all. The last thing I need is a taller, skinnier screen. The PH-1's aspect ratio of 19.5:10 is far more usable. Not only for ease of touch input, but also for things like viewing maps while driving. The 7a is actually taller and slightly wider than the PH-1, but the usable screen space is significantly smaller.7. Speaking of the screen, it has a lower resolution and therefore lower pixel density compared to the PH-1. The OLED looks good, but the bright colors have a tendency to wash out text when I'm trying to read something in low light conditions. The IPS screen on the PH-1 doesn't visually pop quite like the Pixel screen, but it's noticeably sharper and easier to read in the dark, which is a tradeoff I'll take any day.8. Charging is MUCH slower. I can charge the PH-1 from dead to full in less than an hour. That means if I start to run low on juice, I can pause what I'm doing for 5-10 minutes and get a meaningful charge out of it. It charges so fast that I actually got used to NOT leaving it on the charger for any significant amount of time. The 7a seems to charge at about half the speed. It's not slow by any means, but compared to the PH-1, it's agonizing.9. Battery life is okay, but I feel like it's not significantly better than the PH-1. That wouldn't be a problem if it weren't for the slower charging, and the fact that you'd expect better battery life out of a phone that is 6 years newer. Maybe part of the problem is the silly always-on screen feature, the point of which I still haven't figured out yet.10. It doesn't seem THAT much faster than the PH-1 despite the much newer silicon. It definitely loads ads better, but general app performance is only marginally more snappy in most of my use cases.11. No headphone jack, although the PH-1 lacks this as well. A headphone jack would have gone a long way towards redeeming this phone for me.12. It doesn't work with at least half of my existing phone chargers, including every cable I've tried in my car. I simply can't get it to charge in my car, no matter what I try.What's good about the phone?1. The screen is vibrant, though with the caveats of what I mentioned above. I honestly don't really care how the screen looks, I'm far more interested in how easy it is to read.2. The camera is very good. The camera on the PH-1 is terrible. That said, I'm not a photographer and I don't take pictures on my phone that often, so I don't really care about camera quality that much. Additionally, the software processing that the 7a does on photos tends to make them look artificial, which I don't care for. I do like the responsiveness of the camera and I'll take my 7a cat pictures over my PH-1 cat pictures any day of the week, but it's not really a meaningful benefit for me personally. I think most people care a lot more about camera quality than I do.3. The silicon inside this phone seems very good. It does get quite hot sometimes though. The PH-1 sometimes gets pretty hot, but it's far more predictable. The 7a seems to randomly get hot while doing normal things. I suspect this is due to background tasks in addition to whatever app I happen to be using.4. It's generally an attractive, minimalistic phone, although I would have much preferred a matte black back rather than the glossy grey, which looks cheap and collects fingerprints and grime.5. Superior haptic feedback. The vibration on the PH-1 is weird, it has a sort of "ring" to it when it does a quick pulse. Think of hitting a metal drum, how it has a long decay, as opposed to hitting something solid, which just makes a thud. The 7a vibration is tight and responsive.6. It can run GrapheneOS. I haven't made the switch yet out of laziness, but the more I use this phone, the more I want to de-Google it.Now it's time to talk about the software. Oh boy. Where do we start?1. "Modern" Android has far too much Google bloat. The PH-1 runs vanilla Android 10, and while there are Google apps included that I don't use, it's about half as many apps as what is included with Android 14. Aside from that, it's just blatantly obvious how much more data collection is now happening in Android, with the phone constantly prompting me to re-enable features such as location so that Google can better track me.2. UI bloat: things just take up more space or are organized in a less efficient manner for no apparent reason other than it looks different, I guess. The drop-down drawer at the top of the screen is the best example of this. It's so much more compact and easier to use in 10.3. Needless restrictions, like the inability to run 32-bit apps in Android 14. This means I can't run Swype, which has been discontinued. Google actually owns the IP now, but they'd rather you use their own, terrible keyboard. I can't stress how terrible the Google keyboard is. I swear it was better when it was first introduced than how it operates currently.4. Beta-quality OS experience. Basic UI features just plain don't work right. For instance, I unlock the phone, and I'm given the home screen background with nothing else on it. No dock icons, nothing. This is a FREQUENT occurrence. Sometimes, apps just close without giving a crash message. Earlier this morning, something happened which prompted me to write this review out of sheer frustration of the terrible user experience: the app-switching button, the one on the bottom right (which I use all the time), just stopped working altogether. I could press it and feel vibration feedback but nothing would happen. I had to reboot the phone to make it work again. There are more examples that I run into on a regular basis that I can't even recall right now. I've never had an Android phone with this many basic UI issues. It makes me wonder if Google is focusing solely on the Pixel 8 line of phones, and if I were a cynical person I might even suggest that they're doing it on purpose in order to encourage users to upgrade.All of this makes me long for the experience I had with the Essential PH-1 and its vanilla Android 10. That experience is shockingly better given that it's a 6 year-old phone. I wouldn't have even bought the Pixel 7a if it weren't for the fact that my PH-1's battery just stopped charging one day and I needed a working phone fast, and didn't feel like changing the battery again. It's really too bad the PH-1 didn't use a replaceable battery, because I'd be happily still using it if that were the case. I will not bother with a battery replacement on the 7a when it dies. Maybe the phone will work better with GrapheneOS and the removal of all of the Google spyware. It certainly cannot work any worse.
As a phone, it works well - YMMV depending on your carrier. The same applies to data speeds and reliability. My experience with TMo isn't perfect, but it's okay most of the time. The 5G tech in the 7a works great. The camera, both for stills and video is quite good, especially in decent light. Lower light scenes require some extra considerations, but you can get decent photos even then. Low-light video is just okay. Video sound is quite good most of the time.
I'm honestly tired of paying out of the rear for overpriced phones that don't impress me all that much, just to be with the fad. I have cricket as a network and this phone and my cost are so much more efficient!!!This phone is amazing! It's affordable and it has so many features that my fellow iphone users don't even have. Ive not had a single issue with it lagging or freezing up. Set up was a breeze. It does everything I need and then some! I researched and pondered on this phone for several months before making the leap and I couldn't be more happy of my decision. The battery life so far is pretty impressive but I also realize that it's only 3 months old and that can change.I am thoroughly impressed with this phone and I think I am gonna stick with the google pixel phones from here on out! All of the performances of the higher priced phones without the crazy price tag.
I had moved away from Pixel phones after my Pixel 2 XL due to the price. After bouncing around from OnePlus to Motorola I'm back in the fold and VERY happy with the 7a.The things I was looking for were qi charging (hard to find in midrange phones), NFC payments, good battery life, and long software support. This checked all the boxes. Some of the pleasant surprises were the size (not too big), the clarity of the screen, and the camera. The camera in particular is EXCELLENT.The fingerprint reader is a bit inconsistent, but I've found that if I wet my finger and wipe it off the reader works every time. I've got pretty dry fingertips, so that could explain the issues I have with it. I don't have to store a ton on the phone, so 128gb of space is plenty for me to use the apps that I want and download music and movies for when I'm traveling.You're not going to find a better phone for the price. I got mine on sale for $399, which these days is the most I will pay for a phone.
In a world dominated by smartphones with hefty price tags, Google's Pixel 7a enters the scene like a breath of fresh air. Packed with an array of exclusive features and the power of Google's latest technologies, this budget-friendly device brings the best of the Pixel experience to the masses. With its sleek design, upgraded camera system, and helpful AI capabilities, the Pixel 7a proves that exceptional doesn't have to mean expensive.Design:The Pixel 7a embraces its heritage with a familiar design that Pixel fans have come to love. From its iconic camera bar to its smooth, sculpted surfaces, it exudes a sense of elegance and simplicity. The new midframe architecture ensures durability, making it the most robust A-series phone yet. And let's not forget about sustainability – the aluminum housing is crafted with 100% recycled content, giving eco-conscious consumers another reason to rejoice.AI-Powered Call Assist Features:Google has infused the Pixel 7a with its ingenious AI capabilities, transforming it into a communication powerhouse. Need to navigate those pesky automated phone menus? Direct My Call swoops in to save the day, allowing you to see menu options and reach the right department in a jiffy. Call Screen acts as your personal call bouncer, revealing who's calling and why, so you can decide if it's worth your precious time. Hold for Me takes the agony out of waiting on hold by keeping a vigilant ear on the line, notifying you when a real human is ready to assist. And with Clear Calling, background noise becomes a distant memory, ensuring crystal-clear conversations. To top it off, Wait Times provides estimated hold times for businesses, saving you from the frustration of endless waiting.Photography Reimagined:Aspiring photographers on a budget, rejoice! The Pixel 7a boasts a fully upgraded camera system that punches well above its weight class. With a primary sensor that's 72% larger than its predecessor, this pocket-sized marvel captures 44% more light, resulting in stunning low-light shots. Say hello to the all-new 13-megapixel ultrawide lens, allowing you to fit more into each frame and unleash your creativity. Night Sight has received a turbo boost, delivering breathtaking nighttime shots with twice the speed of its predecessor.But the camera improvements don't stop there. The front camera now flaunts a 13-megapixel sensor, perfect for capturing your best selfies or hosting virtual meetings with crystal-clear video quality. And for the first time in an A-series Pixel, Long Exposure takes center stage, adding dynamism and depth to your photographs of moving subjects, such as cascading waterfalls. With Tensor G2 at its core, the Pixel 7a even offers Super Res Zoom up to 8x, ensuring you can capture the finest details from a distance without sacrificing image quality.Software and Features:The Pixel 7a comes equipped with Android 13 out of the box, treating users to a clean, bloatware-free experience. It's a breath of fresh air to have a phone that prioritizes functionality over unnecessary clutter. Moreover, Google's commitment to software updates shines through with four years of Software Upgrades and five years of Security Patches, ensuring your Pixel 7a remains relevant and secure for years to come.Beyond the core Android experience, the Pixel 7a offers an impressive range of exclusive features. Live Translate, as the name suggests, transforms your Pixel into a handy translation tool, breaking down language barriers with ease. Need to transcribe a meeting or lecture? The Recorder Speaker Labels feature has got you covered, automatically recognizing and marking different speakers to help you stay organized.Assistant Voice Typing takes productivity to new heights, allowing you to effortlessly compose messages or jot down notes using your voice. And for those who receive voice messages through the Messages app, Voice Messaging Transcription saves you the trouble of playing them aloud by converting them into convenient text format. Efficiency at its finest!At a Glance, the beloved Google-made widget, graces the Pixel 7a's home screen, providing you with essential information at a glance. From weather updates to upcoming appointments, it's like having your own personal assistant right at your fingertips.But let's not forget the pièce de résistance—the legendary Google Assistant. While this AI companion is available on other Android devices, the Pixel lineup unlocks a realm of extra tricks and seamless integration. From answering your burning questions to controlling your smart home devices, the Google Assistant is your digital sidekick, always ready to assist you with a touch or a voice command.Performance and Display:Under the hood, the Pixel 7a is powered by the mighty Google Tensor G2, the crown jewel of processors. This snappy and efficient chipset ensures smooth performance and responsiveness, allowing you to multitask with ease. Coupled with 8GB of RAM, the Pixel 7a is more than capable of handling your everyday needs, from streaming your favorite shows to running demanding apps.The 6.1" OLED display steals the show with its vibrant colors and crisp visuals. With a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, scrolling through your feeds and swiping between apps feels like gliding on butter. The display is a feast for the eyes, making every photo, video, and game come to life with stunning clarity.Battery Life and Charging:A phone is only as good as its battery life, and the Pixel 7a doesn't disappoint. Sporting a 4385mAh battery, it keeps you powered throughout the day, even with heavy usage. And when it's time to refuel, the fast 18W charging ensures you spend less time tethered to an outlet and more time on the go. If you prefer a cable-free experience, the wireless 7.5W charging capability offers a convenient and clutter-free option.Durability and Security:Accidents happen, but with the Pixel 7a, you're covered. With an IP67 rating, this resilient device is completely dustproof and can withstand submersion in clean water. So, whether you're caught in a sudden rainstorm or accidentally spill your drink, rest assured that your Pixel 7a will emerge unscathed.To keep your data secure, the Pixel 7a is equipped with the Titan M2 security chip, providing robust protection against threats and ensuring your privacy is safeguarded. And let's not forget the convenience of biometric authentication. The under-display fingerprint sensor and 2D face unlock options give you quick and secure access to your device, so you can spend less time fumbling with passwords and more time enjoying your Pixel experience.Conclusion:In a world where smartphones seem to be in an arms race for higher price tags, the Pixel 7a shines as a beacon of affordability without compromising on performance or features. From its sleek design to its upgraded camera system, it proves that exceptional doesn't have to break the bank. With the power of Google's AI and a clean Android experience, it offers a delightful user journey that keeps you connected, organized, and entertained
Replaces a Huawei P30 lite with very similar specs. The Pixel outperforms the Huawei in terms of real-world processing speed, outside camera, and it comes with the the latest Android O.S. The most enjoyable feature is the AI photo features such as Unblur and ability to remove items from a photo.Pros: Fast Performance.Decent storage, advanced photo editing features, high spec outside facing camera.Cons: heavy when compared to other phones.Does not come with a charger. (Huawei phone did that's why I can complain).No expandable storage (micro SD) option, but built-in 128gb should suffice for most.Does not have an alarm feature from shut off. (Huawei and other asian branded phones have this. Eliminates the need for an alarm clock as you can shut the off the phone before bed and it will turn on and wake you at the alarm time in the morning.)Fingerprint reader is a bit inaccurate at times.Selfie camera is Ok quality.Bulky optional charger with ok battery life.Overall, it's a good phone if you can get it at the sale price of less than 400$. The Camera quality and photo editing software make it an attractive phone that you'll have fun playing with. Even with older photos. But the weight and bulk are noticable, and has a long way to go in comparison to it's competitors at similar MSRP price points.If you need something now, then it's a definite buy. If you can wait, I'd look for something better as the price drops around the holiday seasons.
I'm an android developer; I do a lot of research before buying a phone. I made a mistake buying this one and I don't think anyone should buy this phone. I swapped it for the Samsung S23, so I'll compare it with that in this review. It's $250 more, which I did NOT want to pay. I'm not a spender, but I guarantee you, save up some more and treat yourself better. You use your phone every day, trust me you want a better one than the 7a.(1) Battery life and charging. awful. This is the main reason you don't want this phone. This phone has 18W wired charging (roughly 2 hours to charge) and 7.5W wireless charging (roughly 4 hours to charge). The battery lasts about 4-5 hours. If you are like most people and use your phone for 2-4 hours a day, this phone WILL die before nighttime. Do you always want to carry a charger? Do you want the anxiety of worrying when you don't have a charger? Even if you think you'll be fine, what might start as a decent battery will be unusable after 18-24 months of use. That'll be an $100 new battery or entirely new phone.Pixel 7a: 18W wired charging and 7.5 wireless. Battery endurance test: 76hrSamsung S23: 25W wired charging and 15W wireless. Battery endurance test: 101hrComically, the Samsung S23 has a 12.5% SMALLER battery, yet lasts 32% longer.(2) Speed of the device. Google makes its own processors, with the Tensor 2 chip in this one. I expected very good performance given that it's the same processor they use in their Google Pixel 7 Pro phone. The processor is FINE for most things, but gaming is subpar. As a normal user you could get by with this, but just know it's SLOW and KILLS THE BATTERY. I used Geekbench, an app that determines phone performance, to compare this with the S23.Pixel 7a (Google Tensor 2 chip): 3191S23 (Snapdragon Gen 2 chip): 4950 (155% difference)Here's the GFXBench score, a frames-per-second stress test that shows game performance:Pixel 7a: 62fpsS23: 110fps (177% difference)(3) Cameras: excellent, of course. Pixels have some of the best cameras in the industry. You might think this phone is worth it for the cameras and it is, so long as you have a charger with you everywhere.Pixel 7a: Ultrawide and regular camera. Takes pictures that look less premium, but are more true to life and have the best detail. The camera also comes with some crazy AI editing features that Google loves to advertise.S23: Ultrawide, regular, and telephoto (3x zoom) camera. Takes pictures you might expect from a professional camera. Very contrasty, lots of colors, better camera performance. As an amateur photographer, I prefer the S23 because I like color and contrasty.(4) Software. Both these phones will have 3-5 years of upgrades, thanks to new Google and Samsung policies. Google Pixels have the best of the best Android features, simply because Google owns Android. Samsung uses a modified version of Android called One UI (5.1). This one is up for personal preference. One UI has WAY more features, controls, settings, etc, but it can be a little intimidating. Most people either love or hate Samsung's One UI.In summary--------------I spent the $250 more for the Samsung S23. The 7a was one of the worst phones I've ever owned and the S23 is hands-down the best phone I've ever owned. The price really hurts your wallet, but if you use your phone every day, the little things add up. You might think you can live with the awful battery of the 7a, but after a year or two I guarantee you, you'll want it replaced. Would you rather buy a new phone/battery in two years or buy a better phone today that might last you 3-5 years? You'll save money AND have a better phone.Please, please do not buy the 7a. The S23 might not be the right price for everyone, but look at these alternatives before you make the mistake of buying the 7a:- Samsung S23, a flagship, best of the best, but much more expensive.- Google Pixel 6a, last year's model. Better battery, slightly worse cameras, much cheaper.- Google Pixel 7, almost a year old and can probably get it for a similar price. Larger, better cameras, better battery.- Samsung A54, the mid-range Samsung. Comparable performance to the Pixel 7a with better battery but worse cameras and trade-offs in other areas.
I was really looking forward to using this phone. It's new, it's shiny, it's fast, I liked the new features for the cameras (long exposure for effect), the night sight is improved and quite impressive, but that's where it ends. Here are the problems that I found:* The battery doesn't charge well. If I plug my Pixel 4a into a high current charger, I can recharge it from 20 to 100% in half an hour. The Pixel 7a charges up about 20% in the same time. In fairness, the battery drains much slower, but that charging behavior is disturbing. This was plugged in, I don't even want to see wireless charging, which is reported to be even worse.* The fingerprint recognition truly sucks compared to my Pixel 4a. It worked for a couple days, then simply stopped recognizing either one of two fingerprints. I also really dislike that it is in the front. They had the most brilliant implementation on the back, I don't understand why they gave that up.* The face recognition really sucks in low light, it is MUCH inferior to the Pixel 4, which could unlock in complete darkness, because of its IR sensor. The 7a doesn't have that. I ended up having to unlock with PIN the entire evening last night, because neither biometric solution worked.* I truly dislike the size and weight. Unfortunately, phones seem to be getting bigger with every iteration. The 7a is half an inch longer than my 4a, wider and a tad thicker, and almost 2 ounces heavier. I have fairly large hands, I don't know how people with small hands handle these monsters.* I was surprised that a phone that is 3 generations newer isn't all that much faster. I was expecting a screamer with the Tensor 2 processor, but my 4a can hold up just fine with that. Perhaps this is where we are at a plateau of performance, where more is not really needed. I don't do heavy photo editing, I have my computer for that, not quite sure what people need more processing power for. Despite the 90 Hz screen refresh, scrolling doesn't feel much faster.All in all, this was a very disappointing "upgrade". I returned the phone and will continue using my Pixel 4a until they come out with something that has working biometrics at a small size.
Can't beat what you get for the price! The only thing that almost made me give it four stars is that the battery life is so-so. But the great price made up for it. Also, I like the phones a bit on the small side for greater portability. It is small but mighty, and the camera good. Very happy with it.
6.1 inch screen of the Pixel 7a feels perfect for me since I like more portable phones. It has balance between portability and spaciousness. The screen is big enough to read news and articles comfortably, make video calls and scroll through social media.Battery life of the phone is adequate for me. On a full charge, the Pixel 7A was able to get me through a full day.It has 64 megapixel main camera which takes sharp and colorful photos. There's also a 13 megapixel ultrawide camera for capturing shots from a broader field of view.