Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) vs Pixel 6a: Which One Should You Buy?

Pixel 6a edges ahead with a BeastScore of 70.4/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head

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Google · 2023

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)

68/ 100

Launch price$499

Google · 2022

Pixel 6a

70/ 100

Launch price$449

Head-to-head

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) wins 3 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)

3 wins

Pixel 6a

2 wins

At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)Pixel 6a

Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

SpeedGoogle Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)
80
72
CameraPixel 6a
60
72
VideoNot enough data
SelfieGoogle Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)
60
40
BatteryTie
70
70
DisplayTie
62
62
ConnectivityGoogle Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)
88
83
SecurityTie
86
86
ValuePixel 6a
68
80

Key differences

Pixel 6a has the bigger battery4,410 mAh vs 4,385 mAh
Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 12 MP
Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has a smoother screen90 Hz vs 60 Hz
Pixel 6a is lighter178 g vs 193.5 g
Pixel 6a launched cheaper$449 vs $499
Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has a sharper selfie camera13 MP vs 8 MP
Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB

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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)

✓64 MP main camera
✓6.1" display at 90 Hz

Reasons to buy Pixel 6a

✓15.5 g lighter (178 g), easier to hold
✓$50 cheaper at launch ($449 vs $499)
✓Bigger 4,410 mAh battery (+25 mAh)

Full specifications

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Specification	Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx)	Pixel 6a
1. Display & Screen
Screen type	AM-OLED display	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.1"	6.1"
Resolution & Density	1080x2400 (431 ppi)	2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate	90 Hz ProMotion	60 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,000 nits peak	800 nits peak
Screen Protection	Not listed	Not listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	Google Tensor G2 (5nm)	Google Tensor (5nm)
CPU Cores	Not listed	Not listed
GPU Graphics	Mali-G710 MP7	Mali-G78 MP20
Operating System	Android 13	Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB	128GB
Storage Speed	Not listed	Not listed
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Pixel 6a Wins Camera
Primary Camera	64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN1	12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony IMX363
Telephoto Zoom	None (digital zoom only)	None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video
Main Camera Video	Not listed	Not listed
Front Video	Not listed	Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	13 MP, f/2.2	8 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 6a Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm	152.2 x 71.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight	193.5 g	178 g
Build Materials	Not listed	Not listed
SIM Type	Not listed	Not listed
Water Resistance	IP67	IP67
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	4,385 mAh	4,410 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	18W wired fast charging	18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	7W wireless charging	Not listed
Reverse Charging	Not listed	Not listed
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Not listed	Not listed
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	5.3	5.2
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Not listed	Not listed
Satellite Features	Not listed	Not listed
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Not listed	Not listed
Launch Price	$499	$449

Our verdict

Pixel 6a wins — BeastScore 70.4/100

After comparing all the specs, Pixel 6a is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 70.4 vs top rival 68.2 and Lighter body: 178g (16g lighter in hand).

Buy Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 12 MP · Smoother display: 90Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz

Buy Pixel 6a if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 70.4 vs top rival 68.2 · Lighter body: 178g (16g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) or Pixel 6a?

Pixel 6a leads with an overall BeastScore of 70.4/100 compared to Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) (68.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 70.4 vs top rival 68.2 and Lighter body: 178g (16g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) and Pixel 6a?

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) has a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery. Pixel 6a has a 6.1-inch display and 4410 mAh battery.

How do Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) and Pixel 6a compare for speed?

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) scores 80/100 for performance; Pixel 6a scores 72/100.

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Pixel 6a

Google Pixel 7a 5G UW TD-LTE US 128GB G0DZQ (Google Lynx) wins 3 of 8 categories

Why buy each phone

Full specifications

Pixel 6a wins — BeastScore 70.4/100

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