Google announced the new Pixel 7 series at one of its biggest product events of 2022, Made by Google on October 6. As a result, we have two very competitive smartphones in the market, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Both look very good on paper and are priced a few hundred dollars apart. One of the biggest highlights of the two phones is that they are powered by the powered by the second-gen Tensor G2 processor, which is an upgrade over last year’s Tensor chip. Notably, they will also have a long software support cycle, with Google promising at least three OS updates and 5 years of security patches.

While the two phones look very similar, they have slightly different dimensions and display sizes. Naturally, the Pro will have a bigger footprint over the regular Pixel 7 which focuses on a more compact form factor. Even the cameras and battery capacities are quite different between the two phones, so we decided to compare the two models, the Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro today. 

Let’s see how these models are similar as well as dissimilar in different departments. 

Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro
Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 Google Pixel 7 Pro
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm, 197 grams 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm, 212 grams
DISPLAY  6.3 inches,1080 x 2400p, AMOLED display – 90Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1400 nits (peak) 6.7 inches,1440 x 3120p, AMOLED display – 90Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)
PROCESSOR Google Tensor G2 5nm clocked at 2.85GHz Google Tensor 5nm clocked at 2.8GHz
MEMORY 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB 12 GB RAM, 128 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 512 GB
SOFTWARE Android 13, 3 years support Android 13, 3 years support
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/6e, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERA Dual 50 MP OIS + 12 MP ultra wide
10.8 MP front camera		 Dual 50 MP OIS + 48 MP telephoto OIS + 12 MP ultra wide
10.8 MP front camera
BATTERY 4355 mAh, 30W 5000 mAh, 30W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES Dual SIM slot, nano + eSIM Dual SIM slot, nano + eSIM

 

DESIGN

The Pixel 7 series doesn’t bring any significant upgrades over its predecessor. So you get the same horizontal camera bar at the back as the Pixel 6 series. However, they are a few upgrades in this bar design, like now it’s made of aluminum and curves into the sides. Notably, this camera bar at the back has a matte finish on the Pixel 7, unlike the glossy one of the 7 Pro. The back is made out of Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus, so you get a pretty good level of durability too. 

Overall, the Pixel 7 series looks a lot more refined and premium this year, and with choices for up to 3 colors, you likely won’t be disappointed with its design. The Pixel 7 and 7 Pro come in two similar colors, Obsidian, and Snow. But the Lemongrass (Pixel 7) and Hazel (Pixel 7 Pro) are exclusive to their respective models.  Note that they are IP68 dust and water-resistant too. 

When you look at the exact dimensions, the Pixel 7 is a lot more compact than its Pro sibling. It measures 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7mm vs 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm on the Pro model. So the Pixel 7 Pro is both taller and wider than the standard model and may not be suited for one-handed use. The standard model is lighter too at 197 grams vs 212 grams of the Pro model.

It’s clear that Pixel 7 is targeted at users who want a more compact experience, while the Pro brings the benefit of a much larger display. 

 

DISPLAY

The two phones also differ in terms of their displays. The Pixel 7 comes with a smaller 6.4-inch OLED panel with Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the Pixel 7 Pro features a large 6.7-inch pOLEd panel with QHD+ resolution and a higher 120Hz refresh rate too. Another big difference is in the style of their displays. The Pixel 7 comes with a flat panel, while the Pro model brings a curved edge panel on the front. There’s a slight difference in the peak display brightness too, with the Pixel 7 Pro maxing out at 1500 nits while the Pixel 7 getting a 1400 nit screen. 

 

SPECS

In terms of hardware, the two phones are very similar. They both come with the new Google Tensor G2 chip inside with Titan M2, bringing identical performance. The Tensor G2 comes with 2 x Cortex-X1 cores, 2 x Cortex-A78 cores, and 4 x Cortex-A55 cores. It may not be the fastest chip in the market, but it’s powerful enough to handle intensive tasks with ease. 

In terms of the RAM configuration, the Pixel 7 Pro maxes out at 12GB of RAM, while the Pixel 7 comes in a single 8GB RAM option. The UFS 3.1 storage goes up to 256GB on the Pixel 7 while the Pro takes it a level further with 512GB of ROM. 

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that both models run the latest Android 13 stock version. Google has promised at least three OS updates and 5 years of security updates on both devices, which will ensure a very long life for these phones, much like their predecessors. 

 

CONNECTIVITY

In terms of connectivity, both phones come with Wi-Fi 6e support, Bluetooth 5.2, aptX HD codecs support, NFC, and a USB-C 3.2 port at the bottom.

You also get an under-display optical fingerprint sensor along with other sensors like gyro, proximity, compass, and barometer.

 

CAMERAS

As for its camera module, the Pixel 7 features a dual-camera setup, while the Pro version adds a third 48MP telephoto lens at the back. 

The Pixel 7 comes with a 50MP primary camera and a 12MP ultra-wide sensor. On the other hand, the Pixel 7 Pro has a 50MP primary shooter, a 12MP ultra-wide shooter, and a 48MP camera with up to 5X optical zoom. Both phones are capable of recording 4K videos at 60 fps. 

As for the front camera, you get a 10.8MP sensor on both devices for selfies and video calls.

 

BATTERY

The Pixel 7 comes with a smaller 4335mAh battery with 30W fast charging and 15W wireless charging. On the other hand, the Pixel 7 Pro features a larger 5000mAh battery with the same charging speeds for both wired and wireless charging as the standard model. 

Note that in most regions, Google isn’t shipping a charger inside the box. 

 

PRICE

The Pixel 7 retails at $599 while the Pixel 7 Pro starts at $899 in the USA. In India, the Pixel 7 is priced at INR 59,999 while the Pixel 7 Pro will cost INR 84,999. But there are pre-order offers on both devices in multiple markets, which should bring the price down at the time of purchase. 

 

Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro – VERDICT

If you want a compact device with a good set of cameras and processing power, the Pixel 7 looks like a good choice. On the other hand, if you want more features in the camera department, it might make sense to get the Pro version for a few hundred dollars more.

 

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