Google Pixel 7a vs Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 90Hz | 8.03", OLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 64MP+13MP/13MP (Front) | 48MP+10.8MP+10.5MP/10MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4385mAh, 18W | 4650mAh, 45W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | ||
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Google Tensor G4 | ||
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 90Hz | 8.03", OLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 64MP+13MP/13MP (Front) | 48MP+10.8MP+10.5MP/10MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4385mAh, 18W | 4650mAh, 45W | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Sea, Coral, Charcoal, Snow | Obsidian | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | May 11, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | May 11, 2023 | September 04, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹43,999 | ₹1,72,999 | ||
| Colors | Sea, Coral, Charcoal, Snow | Obsidian | ||
| Launch | May 11, 2023 | August 13, 2024 | ||
| Availability | May 11, 2023 | September 04, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹43,999 | ₹1,72,999 |
Display
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 8.03 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 2152 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2076 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 1:1 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 429 ppi | 373 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 2700 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 8.03 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 2152 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2076 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 1:1 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 429 ppi | 373 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | QHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits | 2700 nits |
Body
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Weight | 193.5 grams | 257 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Metal Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IPX8 (Water Resistance) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Weight | 193.5 grams | 257 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass 3 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Glass | ||
| Side | Metal Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IPX8 (Water Resistance) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Processor
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Chipset Brand | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Tensor G2 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | Google Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Google Android | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| Chipset Brand | ||||
| Chipset Name | Tensor G2 | Tensor G4 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Mali-G715 MC7 | ||
| Software Name | Google Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Google Android | Google Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 year(s) | 7 year(s) |
Main Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Camera Resolution | 64 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 13 MP | 10.8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | OIS | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10.5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera Resolution | 64 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 13 MP | 10.8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Features | Auto HDR, LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus | Best Take, Dual LED Flash, Panorama, Pixel Shift Auto Focus, Ultra HDR | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | OIS | 10-bit HDR, gyro-EIS, OIS | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10.5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Ultra-wide |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 10 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR | Face Unlock, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 10 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR | Face Unlock, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Capacity | 4385 mAh | 4650 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 45 W | ||
| Capacity | 4385 mAh | 4650 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 45 W |
Memory
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSDPA, HSPA+, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Extreme Battery Saver, Live Translate, Magic Eraser | AI Weather Summaries, Best Take, Gemini Live, Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Side Mounted | ||
| AI Features | Extreme Battery Saver, Live Translate, Magic Eraser | AI Weather Summaries, Best Take, Gemini Live, Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support |
