Google Pixel 6 Pro and Google Pixel 7: A Comparative Analysis of Two High-end Smartphones
Google’s Pixel line of high-end smartphones has been gaining popularity since its introduction in 2016. The latest additions to the Pixel range are the Google Pixel 6 Pro and Google Pixel 7, both expected to be released in October 2021 and October 2022, respectively. Both phones have some common core features such as Google’s AI-driven Tensor processors and their respective UFS Storage 3.1, but there are also significant differences that set them apart. In this article, we will compare the two smartphones to help you make an informed decision when purchasing a new phone.
Design & Materials
Starting off with the design, the two phones are very similar in terms of weight and size. The Pixel 6 Pro weighs 188g, and measures 162.3 x 75.2 x 8.9mm, while the Pixel 7 is slightly lighter at 181g and measures 160.8 x 74.4 x 8.4mm. However, the 6 Pro has a larger 6.71-inch OLED display compared to the 7's 6.30-inch OLED screen. The 6 Pro also offers a higher QHD+ screen resolution (1440x3120) than the 7's FHD+ resolution (1080x2400), as well as an increased refresh rate (120Hz vs 90Hz).
Both phones have Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for extra protection, however, the 6 Pro uses aluminium alloy for construction and has a slightly larger usable surface (88.4% compared to the 7's 83.7%). Furthermore, the 6 Pro also has stereo speakers, whereas the 7 has noise cancellation microphones.
Hardware
The hardware is where the two phones really begin to differ, starting with their respective processors. The 6 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor 5nm processor, while the 7 is equipped with the more advanced Tensor 2 processor. Additionally, the 6 Pro has 12GB RAM paired with 128GB, 256GB and 512GB storage options, compared to the 7's 8GB RAM and 128GB, 256GB storage options.
The 6 Pro also has a higher AnTuTu benchmark score (735300 vs 768335), as well as a fingerprint display scanner for added security. The 7 however, has a better cooling system, ensuring optimal performance.
Camera
The camera setup is another area where the two phones differ significantly. The google Pixel 6 Pro has a triple camera setup consisting of a 50.0Mpx Samsung GN1 main sensor with f/1.85 aperture, a 12.0Mpx Sony IMX386 Exmor RS wide angle lens with f/2.2 aperture and a 48.0Mpx Sony IMX586 Exmor RS telephoto lens with f/3.5 aperture. It also offers 4K video and 4K 60fps recording, 4x optical zoom and optical stabilization (OIS).
The Google Pixel 7 meanwhile, only has a dual camera setup with a 50Mpx Samsung GN1 main sensor with f/1.85 aperture and a 12.0Mpx Sony IMX381 Exmor RS wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture. It also offers 8x digital zoom and 114° field of view. For the selfie shooter, the 6 Pro has an 11.1Mpx camera with f/2.2 aperture while the 7 has a 10.8Mpx camera with f/2.2 aperture.
Connectivity & Battery
In terms of connectivity, both phones offer Bluetooth 5.2, Dual SIM, USB Host 3.0, NFC, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) and eSIM. However, the 6 Pro also has just on select markets, see your carrier for details, while the 7 does not.
Finally, when it comes to battery life, the 6 Pro has a larger capacity of 5000mAh and fast charging of 30W, as well as wireless charging and reverse charging capabilities. Meanwhile, the 7 has smaller 4355mAh battery and less fast charging of 30W, but still offers wireless and reverse charging.
Overall, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 7 offer impressive features and specifications for two high-end smartphones, with the 6 Pro offering a number of additional benefits over its predecessor.
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Ki Cost-effective Score |
9.0
Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.5
Ki Cost-effective Score |
Design and Screen score | 8.3 Design & Materials | 7.3 Design & Materials |
Performance and Hardware score | 7.6 Performance & Hardware | 7.9 Performance & Hardware |
Camera score | 8.8 Camera | 8.2 Camera |
Connectivity score | 8.9 Connectivity | 8.3 Connectivity |
Battery score | 8.2 Battery | 5.9 Battery |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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User score |
8.0
39 reviews
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8.8
21 reviews
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Specs |
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Inches | 6.71" | 6.3" |
Resolution | WQHD+ | FHD+ |
Usable surface | 88% useful | 84% useful |
Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 |
Dimensions |
75.9 mm
163.9 mm 8.9 mm |
73.2 mm
155.6 mm 8.7 mm |
Weight | 210 g | 197 g |
Micro |
Tensor Octa-Core |
Tensor 2 Octa-Core |
RAM | 12 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
AnTuTu |
721.000 v10 |
827.033 v10 |
Battery | 5000 mAh | 4355 mAh |
Main Camera |
1
50 Mpx · ƒ/1.85 GN1 2 3 |
1
50 Mpx · ƒ/1.85 GN1 2 |
Selfie Camera | SELF 12 Mpx · ƒ/2.2 | SELF 10.8 Mpx · ƒ/2.2 |
Bands | ||
OS | Android 14 Upside-down cake | Android 14 Upside-down cake |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Brand | ||
Aliases | GLUOG | GVU6C |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Release date |
October 2021, 2 years ago |
October 2022, 1 year ago |
State | On Sale | On Sale |
Market | Global | Global |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Size |
75.9 mm
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163.9 mm
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8.9 mm
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73.2 mm
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155.6 mm
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8.7 mm
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Weight | 210 g | 197 g |
Usable surface | 88 % | 84 % |
Materials | Corning Gorilla Glass 6, Aluminium | Aluminium alloy, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
Resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Colors |
Black
Green
Beige
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Black
Silver
Green
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Diagonal | 6.71" | 6.3" |
Type | pOLED | Oled |
Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 |
Resolution |
WQHD+ 1440 x 3120 px |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
Density | 512 Pixels per inch | 418 Pixels per inch |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Model | Google Tensor | Google Tensor 2 |
CPU | 2x2.8GHz Cortex-A78 + 2x2.25GHz Cortex-A76 + 4x1.80GHz Cortex-A55 | 2x2.85GHz Cortex-A78 + 2x2.35GHz Cortex-A76 + 4x1.80GHz Cortex-A55 |
Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
Manufacturing | 5 nm | 5 nm |
64 Bits | Yes | Yes |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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GPU | ARM Mali-G78 | Mali-G710 |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
Type | RAM LPDDR5 | RAM LPDDR5 |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Score |
721.000
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 84% of devices
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827.033
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 88% of devices
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Type | UFS Storage 3.1 | UFS Storage 3.1 |
SD Slot | No | No |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Fingerprint | Yes, in screen | Yes, in screen |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Sensors |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Notifications LED | -- | -- |
Cooling system | No | Yes |
Gaming buttons | No | No |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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No. of cameras | Triple rear camera | Double rear camera |
1 Camera type |
Standard |
Standard |
Resolution | 50 Mpx | 50 Mpx |
Sensor | Samsung GN1 | Samsung GN1 |
Type | ISOCELL | ISOCELL |
Aperture | ƒ/ 1.85 | ƒ/ 1.85 |
ISO | -- | -- |
Pixel size | 1.20 µm | 1.20 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | 1-4 (2x2) |
Sensor size | 1/1.31" | 1/1.31" |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Flash | Dual LED | Dual LED |
Optical Stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
Slow Motion Video |
Yes, 240 fps |
Yes, 240 fps |
Others |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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SELF Camera type |
Dedicated |
Dedicated |
Resolution | 12 Mpx | 10.8 Mpx |
Sensor | Sony IMX663 | Samsung S5K3J1 |
Type | CMOS | ISOCELL |
Aperture | ƒ/ 2.2 | ƒ/ 2.2 |
Pixel size | 1.22 µm | 1.22 µm |
Pixel Binning | -- | -- |
Sensor size | 1/2.93" | 1/2.65" |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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DxOMark Score |
134 Mobile 138 Photo 133 Video 138 Selfie 135 Photo 143 Video |
140 Mobile 145 Photo 143 Video 138 Selfie 134 Photo 144 Video |
Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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5G |
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4G LTE |
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3G |
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2G |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Dual SIM | Dual Sim Dual Standby | Dual Sim Dual Standby |
Type |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Wi-Fi |
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Others |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Version | Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption | Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption |
Others |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Navigation |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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USB |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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European measurement The European Union sets a limit of 2 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of tissue. |
0.990 W/Kg on head
1.400 W/Kg on body |
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American measurement The FCC limit is 1.6 W/kg measured in a volume of 1 gram of tissue |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Others |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Capacity |
5000 mAh
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4355 mAh
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Type | Li-Ion | Li-Polymer |
Fast charge |
Yes, 30.0W |
Yes, 20.0W |
Others |
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Google Pixel 6 Pro Global · 12GB · 128GB |
Google Pixel 7 Global · 8GB · 128GB |
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Operating System |
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Google Services (official) | Yes | Yes |