Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Worth $300 EXTRA?!

Which is the right Pixel 7 series device for you? Let's work it out!

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[Kiet]

Upgraded from an iPhone XR to the P7P, and was initially worried it was too big a size to jump. However, I'm now used to it, and when I now try my partner's XR, that feels cramped!

[mikeseverson]

Went for the P7. The smaller form factor was the main purchase reason. Would be nice if I could retain the size and weight of the P5 that I traded in for the P7. The P5 was great but lacking in tech two years later.

[mikeoleksa]

Coming from a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, I kept my expectations low for the Pixel 7 Pro's fingerprint scanner. That being said, I've been EXTREMELY impressed with the P7P in this aspect. I get far fewer misreads than the S21 Ultra and, in my opinion, it works just as fast. Take into consideration that I only have to let the P7P scan my finger once most of the time compared to multiple times on the S21 Ultra, it actually works faster overall. The second thing I've been conscious of is the connectivity to 5G and Wi-Fi with the complaints about the previous Pixel 6 phones. I've had no issues here either. Handing off from one to the other has been seemless and I have experienced no dropping of signal whatsoever. So far, I've really enjoyed the move to the Google Pixel 7 Pro and Android 13. I definitely have far less issues with apps becoming slow or completely unresponsive with the P7P than I did with S21 Ultra. I would restart the Samsung several times a day, while I may have restarted the P7P twice in the week that I've had it. Overall, I absolutely love the phone and have not found a single thing to complain about. The last phone I felt this good about buying was the OnePlus 7 Pro and I actually kept it for 2 years. Before that would have been the HTC One M7. If I had to create a complaint for the sake of having one about the P7P, it would be waiting for 3rd party accessories to be released to the market. 🤷‍♂🤣

[ChuiStrong]

Went from P6 to P7. Not a huge upgrade but the subtle bugs and fixes make it a more tolerable experience. The $500 trade-in was too hard to pass considering I had the P6 at launch.

[CiprianFx]

one big criteria for me is also how the phone feels in the hand, pixel 7 feels really slippery in my hands while 7 pro has some grippiness to it. I like to use my devices naked in house, only using a cover for outside so I went with 7 pro. Good choice for me.

[Harry_irl]

I opted to go for the Pixel 7 Pro, mainly for the nicer screen and bigger battery but also was interested in the 5x lens. However, ive found myself consistently disappointed with the 5x, the pictures arent sharp and the camera seems completely unable to hold focus for more than second. Disappointing. Not a deal breaker as I'm not a huge zoom-user myself but if thats the main reason anyone is looking to upgrade iI'd have second thoughts.

[Mr_Whiteford]

I got the 7 Pro. I did think about just getting the 7 and saving some cash, but ultimately I want to have this phone for a few years, and I wouldn't want to get say 1 year down the line and wish I had a telephoto lens etc. Delighted with my purchase. Battery life was a bit iffy for the first few days but it's improved quite a bit and I get to the end of the day without any issues.

[itssomeoneelse]

I just turned my P6 into a P7 with a skin. 😅
I'm still satisfied with the P6 so maybe next year I'll buy the P7 when the price has dropped a bit.

[nongroupthought]

P7 if you want sweet spot of a phone, easy to hold, great camera, fast phone, brilliant for every task.

P7p - larger to hold, great zoom, better screen.

P7 for me

[queenc]

Still an owner of pixel 2(!)-makes me proud in a way, although money has been the main reason for not upgrading at least every couple years. It still takes great photos and I'm doing good and pretty detailed photography work on it, with the help of apps of course. I'd expect to be very happy with the p7 alone and yet I find it so big if you're small handed and like to keep your phone in the pocket. Even considering a 6a at this point because I'd love a new phone and could save some bucks.

If you DO take some macro-like shots every now and then I'd still recommend the p7. 50pixels means enough detail to be able to shoot from distance, zoom slightly and use an app for enhancements. Sure it doesn't make it easier but for anything more pro I d rather use a mirrorless camera.

[johnfricano]

I have upgraded from the Pixel 6Pro to the 7Pro and am very satisfied and feel it's worth the change. My wife now has the 6Pro and she's happy with it.

[levil]

Upgraded from the 6 to the 7, couldn't warrant paying 300 more for just minor changes and I like the size of the 7

[jejunamja]

Good video... I got the seven because of the flat screen and the size of the phone. The pro is just a little too heavy in the pocket. And yes of course the extra camera is on the 7 pro. Would be great to have but I just can't carry a brick in the seven size. Makes it much more manageable, but if you're a person that sits at a desk for work then the seven probe might be the deal. Either way, you'll be happy

[shounakhinge]

Upgraded from OnePlus 3T to Pixel 7!
Been enjoying this beauty for almost a month now.

[alienlover]

I finally got a real hands on feel. They honestly feel the same in hand, they also feel like the same size. The phone is very narrow, I always felt for some reason in the videos the phones were a bit wider

The screen is amazing to say the least. Even using the store demo version the 7 Pro was buggy. YouTube would play whenever I closed the app. The miniature pop up would hang out at the top of the screen but I couldn't exit or enter the mini pop up. The speakers sound alright just high end tiny with highs but was alright with mids but not so much bass

The cameras are great, but they don't shutter nicely shot by shot. I also tried the s22 ultra and 23 ultra and both were better with camera photography, especially on darker skinned subjects. The videos especially switching up angles and directions on the Samsungs had very smooth transitions

The weight felt identical, very much so. But the s22 lineup did feel more premium. Android phones are getting a bit too narrow for my taste, and I like boxy/curved phones that have an iPhone boxy shape. So personal preference.

The phone has a lot to do with feel and a 7 was originally my eye only but I am considering the pro. Only if it wasn't for the curved display. But the display itself isn't that noticeable unless you're looking for it directly. During touching and swiping I had no problems with gesture controls.

All personal examinations, unfortunately their p7 was not working properly with booting issues and not being able to start up after being restarted for quite some time

[IamGroot]

I'm heavily considering upgrading to one of these myself and I'm coming from a Samsung Galaxy Note 10+.

[stevenlowe]

I bought both. And an iPhone 14 Pro. Ended up keeping the 7 and selling the other 2. Love the size of the 7 but the camera on the 7 Pro is way better, as is the screen. There's no perfect phone. Unless Google throws a great telephoto and quad hd on their next non-pro flagship.

[MJK]

Would you upgrade from the Pixel 6 Pro to the 7 Pro considering the trade-in offer?

[Gunny_st]

As someone with bigger hands and dwindling near sight, had to return the 7 and opt for the pro.

[djizzal]

Ive had the p7p for 3 days now and it feels way too big. Ive gotten used to smaller phones having the p5 for 2 years now. I exchanged for the p7. Gonna see how I like it when it comes in