Google Pixel 7 vs Pixel 5: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Pixel 7 offers a significant upgrade in display brightness, processing power, and charging speed. While the Pixel 5 remains a capable device with excellent software support, the Pixel 7's superior performance and features make it the clear winner for most users, especially those prioritizing a vibrant display and faster charging.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Google Pixel 7 | Google Pixel 5 |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GQML3 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - GQML3 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - GD1YQ |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - GVU6C | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 Sub6 - GTT9Q | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, October 06 | 2020, September 30 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, October 13 | Available. Released 2020, October 15 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 155.6 x 73.2 x 8.7 mm (6.13 x 2.88 x 0.34 in) | 144.7 x 70.4 x 8 mm (5.70 x 2.77 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Weight | 197 g (6.95 oz) | 151 g (5.33 oz) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~416 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~432 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 96.7 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.0 inches, 87.6 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1400 nits (peak) | OLED, 90Hz, HDR10+ |
| Always-on display | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MP7 | Adreno 620 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 5 major Android upgrades | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.2, 117˚ (ultrawide), 1.0µm |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Single | 10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm | - |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 10.8 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 20W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min 20W wireless Reverse wireless | 18W wired, PD2.0 12W wireless 5W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Ion 4355 mAh | Li-Po 4080 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Obsidian, Lemongrass, Snow | Just Black, Sorta Sage |
| Models | GVU6C, GQML3, GO3Z5 | GD1YQ, GTT9Q, G5NZ6 |
| Price | € 199.00 / $ 179.26 / £ 189.99 / ₹ 28,499 | € 181.31 / $ 272.44 / £ 136.00 |
| Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|
| 128GB 8GB RAM | - | $ 194.84 |
| RENEWED | - | $ 253.00 |
| Tests | ||
|---|---|---|
| Battery life | Endurance rating 96h | Endurance rating 95h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -26.2 LUFS (Good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 813114 (v9) GeekBench: 3288 (v5.1) GFXBench: 59fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Google Pixel 7
- Brighter Display
- Faster Performance (Tensor G2)
- Faster Charging
- Improved Camera (likely)
- Modern Design
- Potentially Higher Price
- Tensor G2 can have thermal throttling issues
Google Pixel 5
- Excellent Value
- Compact Size
- Reliable Performance
- Great Camera
- Long Software Support
- Dimmer Display
- Slower Charging
- Older Processor
- Less Powerful than Pixel 7
Display Comparison
The Pixel 7 boasts a significantly brighter display at 974 nits compared to the Pixel 5's 699 nits. This difference is noticeable, especially outdoors or in bright sunlight. Both offer excellent contrast ratios (Infinite, nominally), but the Pixel 7's brightness provides a more immersive viewing experience. The Pixel 7 also likely has a higher resolution, though specific resolution details are not provided in the specs.
Camera Comparison
Both Pixels are known for their exceptional camera capabilities. While specific camera specs aren't detailed, the Pixel 7 likely benefits from improvements in image processing and potentially new hardware sensors thanks to the Tensor G2. Both phones offer excellent computational photography features like Night Sight and Portrait Mode.
Performance
The Pixel 7's Google Tensor G2 chipset and octa-core CPU (with Cortex-X1 and Cortex-A78 cores) provide a substantial performance boost over the Pixel 5's Snapdragon 765G. Expect faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and improved gaming performance on the Pixel 7. The Tensor G2 is also optimized for Google's AI and machine learning features.
Battery Life
Battery life is remarkably similar, with the Pixel 7 achieving an endurance rating of 96h and the Pixel 5 at 95h. However, the Pixel 7's faster 20W wired and wireless charging (including PD3.0 support) allows for quicker top-ups compared to the Pixel 5's 18W wired and 12W wireless charging.
Buying Guide
The Google Pixel 7 is ideal for users who want the latest Google features, a brighter and more vibrant display, faster performance, and improved camera capabilities. The Pixel 5 is a great choice for budget-conscious buyers who still want a reliable Google phone with a fantastic camera and long software support, especially if they don't need the absolute latest hardware.