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Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Biggest differences
By Mark Spoonauer Contributions from Sanjana Prakash last updated 16 October 2022 Here are the main differences between the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro (Image credit: Google) A Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro comparison will help you decide which new Google Pixel phone is the best Android phone for you. The new Pixels bring significant improvements across the board, including a more powerful Tensor G2 chip, new camera capabilities, smarter voice assistance and sleeker designs. But what makes these phones different? The Pixel 7 features a smaller display and lower price, while the Pixel 7 Pro sports a larger screen along with a telephoto camera. Plus, you get a new Macro mode for photos. The Pixel 7 Pro also packs in a larger battery. The biggest difference? In the US, the Pixel 7 Pro costs $300 more than the Pixel 7. So are the premium upgrades worth it? Let's break down all the Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro differences. Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Specs compared
Pixel 7Pixel 7 Pro Display6.3-inch OLED, FHD+ resolution6.7 inches OLED, QHD+ resolutionChipTensor G2Tensor G2RAM8GB12GBStorage128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GBBattery size4,355 mAh5,000 mAhCharging30W fast charging30W fast chargingRear cameras50MP wide, 12MP ultrawide50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 48MP telephotoFront camera10.8MP10.8MP Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Price
The Google Pixel 7 starts at a very affordable $599 / £599 / AU$999 for 128GB of storage and that goes up to $699 / £699 / AU$1,129 for 256GB. The Pixel 7 Pro starts at $899 / £849 / AU$1,299 for 128GB, and you'll pay around $100 more for each storage upgrade, so that's $999 / £949 / AU$1,449 for 256GB and 512GB for $1,099 / AU$1,599. See our Pixel 7 preorder page for all the latest deals and promotions. Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Design and colors
Pixel 7 Pro colors (Image credit: Google via YouTube) Google has given the new Pixels a similar design language, although slightly different from its predecessors - the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Gone is the two-tone color scheme that we saw on the previous Pixels; the new phones have soft, rounded corners along with a new aluminum bar running across the cameras on the back. The Pixel 7 Pro has three rear cameras with a polished aluminum finish while the Pixel 7 has dual rear cameras with a silky matte finish for its aluminum strip. Apart from the size difference between the two phones, they look largely similar. In terms of colors, Google has given its two flagships a slightly different spectrum of colors. Both the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro come in Obsidian and Snow. But the Pixel 7 gets a new and bright Lemongrass shade, while the Pixel 7 Pro gets a new Hazel color. The Pixel 7 and 7 Pro are both made from recycled materials. In terms of durability, there is an IP68 protection to help shield the phones from water and dust. (You can read about how I love the design of the Pixel 7 Pro - except for this one thing.) Pixel 7 colors (Image credit: Google via YouTube) Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Displays and Face Unlock
The most obvious difference between the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro is their size. The Pixel 7 has a 6.3-inch display while the Pixel 7 Pro sports a much larger 6.7-inch display. The phones also get a difference in resolution - while they are both OLED displays, the Pixel 7 has a Full HD+ resolution while the 7 Pro has a sharper Quad HD+ panel. The phones also have a slight difference in their aspect ratios - the Pixel 7 has a 20:9 screen while the 7 Pro has an 19.5:9 aspect ratio. The Pixel 7 is rated for up to 1000 nits (HDR) and 1,400 nits of peak brightness; the Pixel 7 Pro is also rated for 1,000 nits for HDR content but the peak brightness is a higher 1,500 nits. Both phones have an always-on displays and Face Unlock support. Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro cameras
(Image credit: Google via YouTube) The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro both feature a 50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and a 12MP ultrawide lens with f/2.2, but the Pixel 7 Pro adds a 48MP telephoto camera for zooming in further. The Pixel 7 Pro offers 5x optical zoom and up to 30x Super Res Zoom, which is digital zoom. The regular Pixel 7 has 8x Super Res Zoom. The Pixel 7 Pro also benefits from a wider filed of view at 125.8 degrees vs. 114° for the Pixel 7. The advanced ultra-wide lens on the Pixel 7 Pro enables the Pixel 7 Pro to offer a Macro Focus mode for enhanced close-up shots. But both phones have a faster Night Sight mode and Photo Unblur for producing sharper shots. On the video front, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro sport a new Cinematic Blur mode for adding more depth to your footage while blurring out the background, similar to the iPhone's Cinematic mode. And with 10-bit HDR support, the quality should be top notch on both phones. The front camera on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro is a 10.8MP shooter with f/2.2 aperture and 92.8° ultrawide field of view. Read our Google Pixel 7 camera guide to learn more about all the new specs and features, and how they differ between the two phones. Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro specs
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are both powered by Google's new Tensor G2 chip, which promises advanced machine learning capabilities and computational photography powers. The Pixel 7 offers 8GB of RAM, but the Pixel 7 Pro ups that to 12GB. In terms of storage, the Pixel 7 comes with 128GB or 256GB, while the Pixel 7 Pro offers 128GB, 256GB and 512GB. Unfortunately, there's no 1TB option. Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro battery and charging
The Pixel 7 packs a 4,355 mAh battery while the Pixel 7 Pro features a larger 5,000 mAh battery, so we would expect the Pro to last longer on a charge. Google says both phones can last up to 72 hours with Extreme Battery Saver turned on, but we'll be putting the phones through our own web surfing test over 5G to see if they can land on our best phone battery life list. The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro both support up to 30W fast wired charging, but the wireless charging max speed varies. The Pixel 7 can go up to 21W with the latest Pixel Stand and the Pixel 7 Pro does 23W charging. Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro Outlook
(Image credit: Google via YouTube) Overall, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro both look like very capable phones, and the differences are pretty clear. The regular Pixel 7 is best for those who are looking for the best value, as $599 is quite affordable for a flagship phone, and it's also a good choice for anyone who wants to use their phone more comfortably with one hand. The Pixel 7 Pro is best for those who prefer a larger display and a more powerful telephoto zoom, and the new Macro mode looks like a nice perk. The Pixel 7 Pro is also a better bet for those looking for longer battery life. The $899 isn't cheap, but it's $100 less than Samsung's Galaxy S22 Plus and $200 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Next: Google Pixel 7 - 5 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip.Today's best Google Pixel 6a dealsPlansUnlockedGet $50 off this p... (opens in new tab)No contractGoogle Pixel 6a (Installments 128GB) (opens in new tab)Google Pixel 6a (Installments 128GB) (opens in new tab)Free (opens in new tab) upfront$33.71/mth (opens in new tab)Unlimited minsUnlimitedtexts4GBdataCalls: Calls to MX & CA includedTexts: Messaging to MX & CA includedData: (slowed to 128kbps speeds) (opens in new tab)No contractUnlimited minsUnlimitedtexts4GBdataCalls: Calls to MX & CA includedTexts: Messaging to MX & CA includedData: (slowed to 128kbps speeds)View (opens in new tab)at Mint Mobile (opens in new tab)Free (opens in new tab) upfront$33.71/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Mint Mobile (opens in new tab)Get $47 off this p... (opens in new tab)No contractGoogle Pixel 6a (128GB) (opens in new tab)Google Pixel 6a (128GB) (opens in new tab)$449 (opens in new tab) upfront$30/mth (opens in new tab)Unlimited minsUnlimitedtextsUnlimiteddataCalls: to the US, CA, MEX and more + Unlimited Global TextData: Unlimited 2G after using 20GB 4G LTE/5G data (opens in new tab)No contractUnlimited minsUnlimitedtextsUnlimiteddataCalls: to the US, CA, MEX and more + Unlimited Global TextData: Unlimited 2G after using 20GB 4G LTE/5G dataView (opens in new tab)at Twigby (opens in new tab)$449 (opens in new tab) upfront$30/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Twigby (opens in new tab)Get $50 off this p... (opens in new tab)No contractGoogle Pixel 6a (Installments 128GB) (opens in new tab)Google Pixel 6a (Installments 128GB) (opens in new tab)Free (opens in new tab) upfront$38.71/mth (opens in new tab)Unlimited minsUnlimitedtexts10GBdataCalls: Calls to MX & CA includedTexts: Messaging to MX & CA includedData: (slowed to 128kbps speeds) (opens in new tab)No contractUnlimited minsUnlimitedtexts10GBdataCalls: Calls to MX & CA includedTexts: Messaging to MX & CA includedData: (slowed to 128kbps speeds)View (opens in new tab)at Mint Mobile (opens in new tab)Free (opens in new tab) upfront$38.71/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Mint Mobile (opens in new tab)We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Be In the Know
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