Google Pixel vs iPhone 7
The iPhone 7 and Google Pixel- two premier brands fight it out with their flagship phones. Google Pixel vs iPhone 7: Which one of these flagships is best? Which one is worth your money? Let's take a look.Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Comparison
Google Pixel is the first ever phone made by Google entirely on its own. Ofcourse HTC assembled its parts but starting from designing to each and every aspect of this smartphone was an exclusive Google's decision. On the other hand comes Apple's latest flagship - the iPhone 7, a phone series that with half the specs of its competitors put most to shame.
There have been several notable changes in the iPhone 7, some of them receiving mixed reviews like the exclusion of headphone jack in the iPhone; while the fact that the iPhone 7 is the first water and dust resistant iPhone, has been a really welcoming news for most iPhone lovers.
But how does the "original Android" phone Google Pixel face off against the IOS giant, the iPhone 7- this Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 comparison is going to shed light on just that!
(Related: Google Pixel vs Samsung Galaxy S7 comparison)
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Specs
In this specs section, the infographic shown below, created by MediaKix is quite useful. However do know that, as with Apple and its iPhone flagships, specifications related to performance are almost thrown out of the window with its unique software-hardware integration and compatibility. I did say "almost" because this gap is lessening as Google is producing newer Android versions that help give a better performance. So getting to know about the specs are somewhat important nowadays too!
The iOS 10 lets SIRI, support third party apps thus increasing Iphone Assistant's functionality by leaps and bounds. Google's quickcuts which act as launcher shortcuts give "Apple's 3D touch" stiff competition. Also, now you can talk to Google Assistant in a much conversational tone. It is more intelligent than Siri and is able to understand you better than Siri. Also Google Assistant has better voice understanding capability than Siri.
When you use Google Assistant for the first time, it will not astound you. Rather you may get disappointed as it will return Google searches for most of your queries. However it is actually a temporary phase. Google Assistant has the deepest A.I. present in any digital assistant till date, including Google Now. With its machine learning capability, it will get smarter and provide you better and better answers, the more you use it.
Google has replaced its Google Launcher with the Pixel launcher placed at the top of the Android 7.1 OS. Google's apps look circular in shape which may look a little odd, placed side by side with third party apps.
There is a support tab in the settings menu with which you can ask Google for support in case you face any problems with your handset.
Also, iOS 10 are going to miss out on the Daydream VR platform as Apple just doesn't seem to bother with VR much.
Though both the iOS and the Android has gone through several improvements over several years and iOS 10 and Android 7.1 being the best they could offer yet, I guess Android 7.1 is a clear winner here.
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Camera
- Google Pixel: Primary Camera- 12.3 MP, f/2.0, 1.55 micrometre pixel size, EIS (HDR+ mode); Secondary Camera- 8 MP, f/2.4, 1.4 micrometre pixel size
- Apple iPhone 7: Primary Camera- 12 MP, f/1.8, 5X zoom; Secondary Camera- 7 MP, f/2.2, Retina Flash
The iPhone 7 camera, fantastic, to say the least, outperforms its predecessor with much ease. It features a new six-optic lens, Optical Image Stabilisation and f/1.8 aperture which is much wider than the previous iPhone model thus enabling wider shots and more light to enter to take better low light pics. The iPhone 7 camera also can capture 4K video at high frame rates.
In terms of camera, well, Google Pixel truly is a beast. Armed with 12.3 MP back and 8 MP front camera and by default Google's auto HDR+ mode turned on, the phone captures pretty amazing pictures. However much of Pixel's camera performance depends on the software than the hardware. In low light conditions, Google Pixel's camera captured much brighter and sharper pictures compared to the iPhone 7.
Camera Shootout Comparison
Also it seems as if Pixel captures much detailed pictures at a distance than its counterpart. Point to be noted is that Google Pixel more than makes up for not having OIS by its HDR+ mode. It also enables quite smooth video capture by the Google Pixel.
However in bright conditions (outdoors), there is hardly any noticable difference between the two cameras. Though Google suffers from a greater lens flare, Google has assured of an upcoming software update to fix that.
iPhone 7 Plus also attempt to give a portrait mode which blurs the background putting the subject to the forefront, sonething which camera buffs call "bokeh", which is actually still in beta but has been pushed out with the IOS 10. Google also offers a similar experience but it has to be activated from the settings menu.
Summing it up, what Google has done with Pixel's camera is just what Apple does with its iPhone's performance. Both use software to turn the tables on smartphones with better hardware. Just like, the iPhone 7 claiming a decisive victory over the Pixel in performance, Google Pixel wins a slight victory when it comes to their camera comparison.
Check out this post of a detailed camera comparison by Verge.
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Battery
Well, this comparison segment has always been much of a no-brainer. Apple has always kept and KEEPS on packing its iPhone with minuscule batteries. The iPhone 7 comes packed with a non-removable Li-Ion 1960 mAh battery, which proves to be highly insufficient for a moderate day's work and may has a high chance of dying out in the middle of the day. With constant use, the iPhone lasts just over six hours. The Pixel comes with a much larger 2770 mAh battery which definitely not the best battery, flagship phones of 2016 are coming out with, but is okay for a day's moderate use. Also the AMOLED display of the Pixel strains battery life lesser than its iPhone counterpart.
The iPhone Plus comes with a larger 2990 mAh battery but is again beaten by the Pixel XL's 3450 mAh battery power pack.
In terms of charging capacity, Google Pixel charges itself much faster than the iPhone 7 (7 hours of charge in 15 mins).
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 charge speed test
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Price is already labelled out in the Info-graphics above.
However a lot depends upon the retailer as to whether or not he will sell the product at/below the MRP and if below the MRP, by how much. Do research at different online sellers to see where the phone that you wish to buy is sold cheapest.
The following links go to Online retailers which sell the respective phones at the cheapest price.
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Google Pixel (Quite Black, 32 GB) available at Amazon at Rs 57000, lowest price. 128 GB model is available at Rs 66000 cheapest. |
Click here to buy Google Pixel for US citizens
Google Pixel vs iPhone 7 Verdict
This comparison is really quite a close call. Both the smartphones have their respective pros and cons. While iPhone bests the Pixel in terms of performance, the Google Pixel edges a slight victory in its camera. When iPhone gets a win in water and dust resistance, the Pixel claims victory in its Software.
Also while the iPhone is sturdier than the Pixel, Pixel has a slightly better display, which becomes more notable when watching VR. However the iPhone comes at a slightly lower price than the Pixel in India (Check above Links). Then there is the camera. Google Pixel outperforms the iPhone 7 there.
Do read the entire comparison and decide BASED ON YOUR NEEDS, which phone will suit you more! Still, if I had to go with one of these flagships, for me, iPhone 7 would have been a better choice.
Also while the iPhone is sturdier than the Pixel, Pixel has a slightly better display, which becomes more notable when watching VR. However the iPhone comes at a slightly lower price than the Pixel in India (Check above Links). Then there is the camera. Google Pixel outperforms the iPhone 7 there.
Do read the entire comparison and decide BASED ON YOUR NEEDS, which phone will suit you more! Still, if I had to go with one of these flagships, for me, iPhone 7 would have been a better choice.
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