90
Dave LeClair
PCMag
“Google's $499 Pixel 7a is the best midrange Android phone you can buy right now.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Solid performance with Tensor G2
- Clean, well‑timed software updates
- IP67 dust/water resistance
- 90 Hz refresh rate
- Brighter 90Hz OLED display
- Upgraded camera system
Points of Contention
- Wi‑Fi disconnection issues
- Missing headphone jack
- Unreliable under‑display fingerprint reader
- Absence of optical zoom
- Battery life unchanged
- No micro SD slot
Professional Reviews
5 reviews from 5 critics80
Julian Chokkattu
Wired
“The good news is that the new Google Pixel 7A has been in my pocket all the while, through every leg and layover, and it's never felt limited in any deal-breaking way.”
70
Allison Johnson
The Verge
The Pixel 7A offers meaningful upgrades over the 6A, including a brighter 90Hz display, improved camera, and wireless charging, making it the best value in the midrange class. However, the $50 price increase and a sluggish fingerprint sensor are notable drawbacks.
60
Philip Berne
TechRadar
“The Google Pixel 7a is like a gas‑guzzling roadster. It’s faster than it should be, looks great in photos, and needs to be refueled often along the way.”
60
Christine Romero-Chan
Digital Trends
“The Google Pixel 7a is a big upgrade from its predecessor, but it's increased price puts it in a tough spot, considering the Pixel 6a got a deep price cut and the Pixel 7 is just a little bit more.”
