Google Pixel 7a Now Selling for Rs 36,999; Worth Buying Over Pixel 8a?

The Google Pixel 7a is now selling for Rs 36,999 in India, which comes in a sole 128GB variant. While Google's latest a-series phone Pixel 8a is offered in two storage variants, with a starting price of Rs 52,999. In this article, we have discussed whether you should choose the Pixel 7a over the next-gen Pixel 8a.

Google Pixel 7a Available for Rs 36,999: Where to Buy?

The Google Pixel 7a can be purchased via Flipkart in the country. The phone is listed with a price tag of Rs 39,999 for the sole 8GB/128GB model. An instant discount of Rs 3,000 on ICICI Bank credit card transactions brings the effective price down to Rs 36,999.

Google Pixel 7a: Worth Buying in 2024?

Both the Google Pixel 7a and the 8a flaunt a similar design with the same with Gorilla Glass 3 protection on the front, a plastic back, and an aluminum frame. Both devices have the same IP67 rating; however, the rounded design of the Pixel 8a gives a more compact feel, easy to hold in one hand.

The difference is the processor, the Google Pixel 7a is powered by the Tensor G2 SoC as opposed to the Tensor G2 SoC featured on the Pixel 8a. On the software front, Google promises to provide seven years of software updates with the Pixel 8a, while the Pixel 7a is said to receive three years of OS updates.

Besides, the Pixel 7a supports only a 90Hz refresh rate, while the latest Pixel 8a has an updated 120Hz refresh rate. Both phones have the same charging capabilities; however, the Pixel 8a has a slightly larger battery. The camera features are also the same on both models.

For those who are concerned about price but also want a Google phone, the Pixel 7a can be a good deal. Despite the similarities between the two phones, you can get the Pixel 7a for Rs 16,000 less than the Pixel 8a. However, if you are looking for an Android phone for long-term use, the Pixel 8a can be worth buying though you have to pay some extra bucks.

The Pixel 8a comes with AI features like the Pixel 8 series phones which include the Best Take, Magic Editor, Audio Magic Eraser, Real Tone and, much more. The device is also eligible for seven years of OS upgrades while the Pixel 7a will just get two more major OS updates.