Comparing Google Pixel vs iPhone 7
When it comes to mobile phones, there’s two that stand out from the pack as leaders, The Google Pixel Of the android world and iPhone 7 from the Apple. These two pinnacles of technology have redefined the essence of using smartphones. Choosing sides is no easy task, so here’s a comparative list of specifications of both the phones to help you decide which one suits you best.
The Display
The iPhone 7’s Retina display screen has 1334 x 750 pixels while the Pixel comes with a full HD resolution, at 1080 x 1920 pixels. In terms of pixel per inch density, the iPhone has 326 ppi. On the contrary, the Pixel phone has 424 ppi.
The Camera
Both Pixel and iphone have 12 MP rear sensors, but the iPhone 7 has a wider aperture. The Google Pixel, on the other hand, has a higher resolution front camera. The iPhone 7 has optical image stabilization.
Google Pixel has a 12.3 MP rear camera and an aperture of f/2.0 and 1.55µm pixels, just like the iPhone 7. The only difference is between the aperture. This is wider on the iPhone 7. Features like video stabilization, autofocus, face detection, laser detection autofocus and LED flash are common to both.
Front camera of Google Pixel has 8 MP with an aperture of a f/2.4 sensor, while the iPhone 7 comes with 7 MP with an aperture of f/2.2 and a Retina Flash.
Hardware And Memory
Both phones have a quad-core processor, but the Pixel has an upper hand since it has more RAM. The Pixel uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 process, with 4 GB RAM. The iPhone 7 uses Apple’s A10 Fusion Chip and M10 motion coprocessor with 3GB RAM. Both phones are available in 32GB and 128GB models respectively, but the iPhone 7 also has a 256GB variant. But neither come with expandable memory.
The Battery
Google Pixel wins this one hands down. It comes with a bigger battery of 2770mAh capacity, delivering almost a day’s usage, compared to the iPhone with its 1960mAh battery.
The Software
The Pixel runs 7.1 Nougat Android while the iPhone runs iOS 10. Both phones have their own built-in personal assistants. Google has a built-in feature called the Google Assistant, which is activated by pressing the home button for a few seconds. It has the latest features and additions of Google.
Apple comes with Siri, Apple’s version of personal assistant. It can be activated by a long press on the physical home button. This can set reminders, make phone calls, make events on calendars, and much more.
The Price
They say the best things in life are never free. The 32GB Pixel clocks in at INR 57,000, with the 128GB Pixel priced at INR 66,000. It is available in Quite black and Very Silver. There’s also a limited edition “Really Blue” color that you can also take a look at.
The iPhone 7 is available for INR 42,999 for 32GB, INR 51,499 for 128GB and 265GB phone at 64,849 rupees. These phones are available in a variety of colors like black, silver, and gold. But only the 265GB variant comes in Red.
When comparing both of these phones, it’s obvious that they’ve been made to be the very best that each company can offer. The Pixel wins when it comes to specifications and hardware capabilities, On the other side, the iPhone steals the show when compared with physical size, display functions,
waterproofing and storage options
There’s also the choice of operating system to think about. Are you someone that prefers iOS? Then the iPhone is for you. The ease of use that you get with iOS is something that can’t be replicated with Android. But on the other side, the versatility and customization options that come with Android make the Google Pixel a great choice if you’re someone that enjoys tinkering around with their phone.
