Should you buy the Google Pixel 6a or wait for the Pixel 7a?

The Google Pixel 7a is confirmed to be unveiled at the Google I/O 2023 event on May 10. The phone follows the Pixel 6a, which introduced a completely new design language to the Pixel A series. The phone brings some significant improvements especially in the display, camera, performance and battery department. In addition to wireless charging support. This time, we talk about whether you should buy the Pixel 6a now or wait for the Pixel 7a to arrive in India.

Google Pixel 6a and Pixel 7a Prices (Expected)

The Google Pixel 6a was launched at Rs 43,999 for the single 6GB/128GB variant and is available in a single variant. However, at the time of writing, the phone is priced at Rs. 28,999 is available.

The Pixel 7a is said to be priced at $499 (roughly Rs. 41,000). Considering Google’s launch in India, we can guess that the price will be around Rs.44,000.

Google Pixel 6a Specifications

The Google Pixel 6a sports a 6.1-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with standard 60Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR, Always-On display with Now On, and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Android 12 OS, however, Android 13 update is already available. Connectivity options include 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 LE, GPS and a USB Type-C port.

The phone is powered by an in-house Tensor chipset paired with 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of storage. There is a 4,306mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. The Pixel 6a is equipped with an under-display fingerprint sensor for security, stereo speakers, Titan M2 security chip and dual microphones.

The Pixel 6a has a dual camera setup at the back with a 12.2MP primary camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. There is an 8MP camera on the front for selfies and video chats.

Google Pixel 7a Specifications (Expected)

Google Pixel 7a specifications will be built on the flagship. The phone will sport the same 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display but this time with a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone will keep the same Tensor G2 chipset with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The phone runs on Android 13.

The Pixel 7a has a 64MP Sony IMX787 sensor and a 13MP secondary sensor. The phone may have a 10.8MP camera on the front for selfies. There will be 5G connectivity and an in-display fingerprint sensor for security. We should know the full specifications soon.

Should you buy the Pixel 6a or wait for the Pixel 7a?

With less than a month left for the launch of the Pixel 7a in the country, those planning to buy the Pixel will have to wait for its successor, the 6a. This especially takes into account the higher screen refresh rate, a larger battery that can compensate for the higher refresh rate and a larger 64MP camera, which should certainly provide better quality images compared to its predecessor.

With the Tensor G2, performance improves, especially during multitasking and gaming. It will be backed by LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. All of these upgrades should certainly make up for the $50 price hike over its predecessor.