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Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Moto G Power (2024)

Google's Pixel 7a delivers superior display quality with its 1400-nit OLED screen and 90Hz refresh, paired with the powerful Tensor G2 chipset for excellent computational photography. Camera performance excels with its 64MP main sensor, OIS, and proven image processing. Motorola's Moto G Power (2024) counters with a larger 6.7-inch LCD display, faster 120Hz refresh rate, and exceptional battery life from its 5000mAh cell with 30W charging. Video recording tops out at 1080p versus Pixel's 4K capability. At $299 versus $499, the Moto G Power offers remarkable value for everyday users prioritizing battery endurance and screen size. However, Pixel 7a's superior camera system, brighter OLED display, and faster performance make it the better all-rounder for photography enthusiasts and those demanding snappier daily performance. Choose Pixel 7a if cameras matter; Moto G Power (2024) if battery life and affordability are priorities.

Google Pixel 7a
Google
Google Pixel 7a
$499
8.3/10
Winner
VS

Full Specifications

SpecGoogle Pixel 7aMotorola Moto G Power (2024)
SoftwareAndroid 13Android 14
Body
Weight193.5 g183 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 3Plastic frame, vegan leather back
IP ratingIP67IP52
Dimensions152.4 x 72.9 x 9.0 mm167.2 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm
Camera
Main camera64 MP, f/1.89, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera13 MP, f/2.216 MP, f/2.4
Video4K@60fps1080p@30fps
Ultrawide13 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree8 MP, f/2.2, 118-degree
Memory
RAM8 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity4385 mAh5000 mAh
Charging18W wired30W wired
Wireless charging7.5W (Qi)15W wireless
Display
Size6.1 inches6.7 inches
TypeOLEDLCD IPS
Resolution2400 x 10802400 x 1080
Refresh rate90Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)1400400
Processor
CPUOcta-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6x2.0 GHz A55)
GPUMali-G710 MP7Mali-G57 MC2
ChipsetGoogle Tensor G2MediaTek Dimensity 7020
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 3.2USB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Moto G Power (2024)
Value
7.4
8.8
Camera
8.9
7.0
Battery
7.2
8.9
Display
8.8
7.2
Performance
8.7
7.4

Pros & Cons

Google Pixel 7a

Pros

  • Flagship Tensor G2 chip at mid-range price
  • 64 MP main camera greatly improved over Pixel 6a
  • Five years of OS and security updates
  • Wireless charging added vs previous generation
  • Compact and easy to use one-handed

Cons

  • Only one storage option (128 GB)
  • Slow 18W wired charging
  • Plastic back feels less premium than glass
  • No telephoto camera
  • 90Hz capped (not adaptive)

Motorola Moto G Power (2024)

Pros

  • All-day 5000 mAh battery
  • Wireless charging at a budget price
  • Premium-feeling vegan leather back
  • 120Hz display refresh rate
  • Clean near-stock Android experience

Cons

  • LCD panel is dim at 400 nits
  • Modest Dimensity 7020 performance
  • Only 1080p video recording
  • IP52 splash resistance only

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