Google Pixel 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 Pro Review

Design

The Google Pixel 7 Pro, launched on October 13, 2022, features a glass and aluminum construction with dimensions of 162.9mm in height, 76.6mm in width, and 8.9mm in depth. Weighing 212 grams, it is a substantial device. Available in Obsidian, Snow, and Hazel colors, its design includes a distinctive camera bar across the rear. The phone is not foldable.

Display

The device boasts a 6.7-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of 512 ppi. The screen has a 120Hz refresh rate, and supports HDR10+ with a peak brightness of 1500 nits, and 1000 nits in high brightness mode. It features a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and includes features such as a hole-punch notch, always-on display, DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, 2.5D curved glass, and multi-touch support.

Performance

The Pixel 7 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) chipset. The CPU is an octa-core configuration consisting of two 2.85 GHz Cortex-X1 cores, two 2.35 GHz Cortex-A78 cores, and four 1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 cores. Graphics are handled by the Mali-G710 MP7 GPU. The phone comes with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and internal storage options of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB utilizing UFS 3.1 storage. The device has a cooling system but lacks gaming buttons or notification LED. Its AnTuTu benchmark score is approximately 831716 (v10).

Camera

The Pixel 7 Pro has a versatile triple rear camera system. The primary 50MP camera utilizes a Samsung GN1 ISOCELL sensor with an aperture of f/1.85, 1.20µm pixels, and 1/1.31” sensor size with 2x2 pixel binning. The 12MP ultrawide camera uses a Sony IMX381 Exmor RS sensor with an f/2.2 aperture, 1.55µm pixels, and a 1/2.3” sensor size. The 48MP telephoto camera employs a Samsung S5KGM1 ISOCELL sensor, f/3.5 aperture, 0.80µm pixels, and a 1/2” sensor with 2x2 pixel binning, and 5x optical zoom capability. The front-facing 10.8MP selfie camera uses a Samsung S5K3J1 ISOCELL sensor with an f/2.2 aperture, 1.22µm pixels, and 1/2.65” sensor size. The camera system includes features like optical image stabilization, 4K video recording at 30 and 60fps, slow-motion video at 240fps, and HDR video. It also includes Laser AF, Phase Detection AF, and other modes such as Night Mode, Panorama, and RAW capture.

Battery Life

The device is powered by a 5000mAh Li-Polymer battery. Fast charging at 23W is supported and it also includes 23W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging capabilities. Note that a charger is not included in the box.

Software

The phone ships with Android 13 and is upgradable to Android 14.

Pricing

The Pixel 7 Pro falls into the medium price range. Prices vary depending on the storage configuration and retailer, ranging from around $298 to $999. The 12GB/256GB model is priced around $298 - $899 while the 12GB/512GB is priced around $360 - $999.

Connectivity

Connectivity includes dual SIM support (Nano SIM + eSIM), USB Type-C 3.2 with OTG, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2 with LE, NFC and GPS with multiple global positioning systems. It supports a wide range of 5G and 4G LTE bands, as well as older generation networks.

Overall Verdict

The Google Pixel 7 Pro offers a premium experience with its advanced display, powerful processor, and versatile camera system. Its design is distinct, and the software experience is pure Android. It excels in photography and provides strong performance for daily tasks. However, potential buyers should be aware of the lack of a charger in the box and its notable weight. The pricing positions it in a competitive market segment, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a high-end Android experience.