Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 6a | Which should you buy?

Google upped the ante with the Pixel 7, so should you spend the money on that phone, or save some and buy the Pixel 6a instead? Cam answers that question in this comparison video.

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[angelopebs]

Got the 6a because it warms up more. Perfect for Canadian winter.

[motostarDk]

I tried them both in the shop. Really made an impression! Remember to try them out in the store if you can. The 7 is so heavy it felt worse in my hand than the 6a that felt sweet! So remember the 'daily use' factor when buying.

[jejunamja]

Thanks for the comparison … Yeah really debating on which one to get it but I ended up getting the seven because the screen brightness is a lot better, wireless charging, slightly better camera and definitely a better modem so it’s not getting warm like the 6 or the 6a. The 7 also released with android 13 so it will get one more year of support than the 6a which was released with android 12 and then upgraded the 13 so it’s already got one of it’s years of upgrade.

[crazyfun]

I have the 6a and just got the 7 yesterday. While I enjoyed the smaller size of the 6a, it felt more buggy than the 7 and doesn't feel nearly as premium in the hand. Also, the call quality on the 6a was pretty horrible with alot of static. The 7 just feels like a more stable phone that only gets slightly warm at times. The 6a wasn't as bad as the 6 on overheating but it's still more noticeable. Having used both of them I would recommend the 7 over the 6a. It feels way more premium and in my opinion worth the $150 difference.

[RedAugust]

I was lucky enough to get a PIxel 7 on sale just yesterday. 2 days before Thanksgiving and I bought it for $399. With those kinda savings I sprang for the Google insurance as well. I think i'm gonna love this phone.

[thepragmaticexistentialist]

Thanks for the review. I've been trying to decide between the two. I'm weary of switching phones every 2 to 3 years.
I want the best upgradeable phone for my money.

[TheBostonTom]

Funny I have the 6a and got the pixel 7 because I was getting it for free with an iPhone trade in. I do find myself using the 6a much more than the 7. I think it's a size thing for me I don't really feel the 6a in my pocket. The 7 is just about the same size but those ever so slightly smaller dimensions make a huge difference.

[youtubeitisisntit]

6a definitely has better value. It is at least 150 or 200 cheaper

[nev]

If you're into photography get a Nikon camera or something like it, pixel 6 pixel 7 or whatever, take great pictures, and in most cases people that look at the pictures taken by any phone I don't have an eye for photography they just want to look at the subject example the grandchild or the girlfriend/boyfriend

[Sinbad]

this is the first tech channel ive seen that shows off Mario Kart Tour gameplay!!

[kiatj]

I haven't had heating issues that people have with the 6A. Even playing games it took a good long while before it started getting hot and when it comes to day-to-day only when I put it on the charger

[elliekim]

Uhh did you just say glass is more sturdy than plastic ? The plastic is positive . I prefer plastic . Plastic doesn't break as easily as glass.

[Eduardo-crri]

6A felt cheap coming from my Xperia 5 ii. Bought the pixel 7

[aboutaljon]

Thanks. Been thinking about between these two

[theworldofcreativity]

We like the 7 design and of course an extra cool other things but in reality all these heavy phones is not practical though we should have another light weight phone so it can fit in out pocket and for the daily basis

[tiedavidson]

Got the 6a because it was free at Verizon. I only wanted it as a backup to my iPhone 13 Pro Max, so that was perfect for me!

[aiwwakk]

Going to wait for the 7a. Prefer plastic more than glass.

[static_Tricolor_camry]

I'm getting a new phone tomorrow at the mall. My current Huawei mate pro 20 is dying, I had it since 2017 I'm now getting a brand new phone and after watching reviews on 2023 phones with good cameras. The Google Pixel 7 pro is my next new phone.

[rdWorldNola]

6a is better looking imo. They always talk about the more premium build and materials for the 7 but my phones usually gonna have a case on it anyways and I prefer a lighter phone, premium=hefty.
The silver sides of the 7 look like an older iphone copy. The black sides and smaller camera bump look better.
Smaller the phone=less distracting in daily life. I look at my phone enough, want to be on it less usually too. 😊

[danielalv]

I was about to buy P7 but I saw 6a for $300 in best buy and I think that is a steal!

Hope I don't regret buying the 6a