Samsung Galaxy S22 leads
by 5 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Galaxy S22 leads overall versus Pixel 7a. Build: 66.8 vs 88.
Scoring profile: balanced
Google Pixel 7a
Best for users who prioritize software.
Samsung Galaxy S22
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Resolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceDisplay Size
Panel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.1" | 6.1" |
Resolution Google Pixel 7a leads | 1080 x 2400Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 90Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 1070 nits | 1300 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Google Pixel 7a leads | 431 ppiBetter | 422 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
AnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM
RAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Close match | 8GB | 8GB |
RAM Type Close match | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5 |
CPU Clock Different | 2.85GHz | 2.8GHz |
CPU Cores Close match | 8 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x2.85GHz + 2x2.35GHz + 4x1.80GHz | 1x2.8GHz + 3x2.50GHz + 4x1.8GHz |
AnTuTu Score Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 765281 | 881428Better |
Geekbench (Single) Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 1450 | 1500Better |
Geekbench (Multi) Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 3600 | 3800Better |
Storage Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 128GB | 256GBBetter |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) | Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - Europe; Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROWBetter |
GPU Different | Mali-G710 MP7 | Xclipse 920 - Europe; Adreno 730 - ROW |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceDigital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Google Pixel 7a leads | 64MPBetter | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Google Pixel 7a leads | 64MP + 13MPBetter | 50MP + 12MP + 10MP |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 1/1.73 | 1/1.56Better |
Rear Aperture Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | f/1.9 | f/1.8Better |
Optical Zoom Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | None (no telephoto) | 3xBetter |
Digital Zoom Different | 8x | 30x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, OIS | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Google Pixel 7a leads | 13MPBetter | 10MP |
Front Sensor Different | 13MP ultrawide | 10MP 1/3.24" front camera |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fpsBetter |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Galaxy S22 is the better choice overall. Key differences: Galaxy S22 scores higher for camera (74 vs 68.5). Galaxy S22 lasts longer on a charge (about 7.5h vs 6.7h of estimated screen-on time). However, Pixel 7a may still suit your needs better depending on your priorities.
Galaxy S22 scores higher overall than Pixel 7a once each category is weighted. Chipset: Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - Europe; Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROW vs Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) That makes Galaxy S22 the safer all-round pick, though Pixel 7a may lead in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize software. Pixel 7a offers strong performance in these areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Galaxy S22 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Google Pixel 7a | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 50,215 | ≈ Rs 55,020 |
| PTA | Rs 61,000 | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Google Pixel 7a and Samsung Galaxy S22 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Samsung Galaxy S22 scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Samsung Galaxy S22 is the better choice overall, winning in 5 key categories.
The top differences are: Resolution (Google Pixel 7a advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage), Pixel Density (Google Pixel 7a advantage), Display Protection (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy S22 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy S22 tends to last longer on a charge.
Google Pixel 7a: non-PTA approximately Rs 50,215; PTA Rs 61,000. Samsung Galaxy S22: non-PTA approximately Rs 55,020; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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