Pixel 7a Review for Indian Users
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
- Pixel 7a review with it's Pros & Cons with an Indian users perspective what I liked and what are the things that I didn't like and is this the right android smartphone for you or not.
0:00 Intro
1:06 Screen & Build
2:46 User Interface
3:30 Network & Call Quality
5:06 Fingerprint Scanner
5:41 Camera Performance
7:12 Heating Issues
9:44 Haptics
10:15 Slow Charging Speeds
11:29 Pixel 7 better
12:00 Summary
12:45 Battery Life
13:28 Conclusion - Наука та технологія
Most clear, honest, technical, yet simple, gadget reviewer in India. I am glad you always reviewed in english since i dont understand most indian languages
I'm watching tech reviews from various youtubers from 6-7 years now and I have come to a conclusion that almost all Indian youtubers dont really make a proper buying guide type video for the masses rather they have turned into puppets of smartphone manufacturers only gyan therapy and Mr. Ranjit have kept the legacy to make and unbiased and true to life reviews which are really useful and that's the reason this channel has such longevity !
Lots of love to you Sir ❤
Agreed!!!
Agree with you.
I trust Mr Ranjit more than any1 in tech industry, and one more reason of liking him the most is that as i am following tech products from around 10 years myself, I find majority of the time my opinion is same as his about any product whether it's smartphone, wearables or electric cars. Love u Sir, keep making consumers aware.
I agree with you and him about all tech apart from electric cars... I do not think he has the correct notion on the impact of electric cars ....
Lol, yeah I too was trusting him, till he said iqoo 11 with SD 8 Gen 2 lagged and had stutters but a54 with some ancient mediocre processor was performing well🤣🤣
@@clarkkent4872 Not only chip optimisation also matter my friend 😂😂
@@Maxten7 lmao. I am using iqoo 11 for almost a month now. I'm yet to find the micro stutters which he was mentioning🤣. But according to Ranjit, the crappy Samsung a54 is blazingly fast🤣🤣.
@@clarkkent4872 Lol 🤣🤣
Was about to purchase it but only because of heating issues i'd never! Glad i waited for ranjit's q&a and review
Chipset is the problem otherwise good phone
Same here....
@@vinay6807ya i know
with software update it should reduce, but a major hardware problem cant be resolved by software updates however with software update heating might reduce by 10-20%
@@chinmayteli110 I have the Pixel 6a and it's fantastic but no amount of software updates helps when it comes to heating. You simply cannot game on this phone unless you are have a cover on which makes it easy to hold while heating
If Google won't switch to tsmc for future tensor chips heating and battery draining issues still be there. Even Qualcomm take a lesson after sd888 and sd 8 gen 1 and shifted to tsmc
whatis tsmc?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company
@@pratikpatra-0623 the good soc in layman term.
TSMC to Samsung Foundry: Technique hi galat hai tumhari
It is not just TSMC. It has also to do with SoC architecture otherwise Samsung might have manufactured their own Exynos on TSMC for their S series device rather than going for Snapdragon. Even 8Gen 1 didnt heat up as much as Exynos and Tensor
Pixel 7a is the most refined "a" series device. I have been using it for the last 4 days. I agree with most of the comments made by Ranjit. The two key -ve points are the heating issues and the painfully slow charging.
Arnt these 2 things the main concern of the smart phone
And the terrible network reception
How slow to charge pixel phones ?
I m a 6a user and the same complaints there on my phone too. Why s 7a more refined then?
@@prasannaraju8977 Refined in terms of the build quality, display, 2nd gen tensor.
Sir, plz dont abandoned the phone completely, make another review after android 14 update before BBD sale as most of us will be buying it on the sale 🙏.
As always most blunt smartphone review of Pixel 7a available on internet....no one other than you can provide such indepth review of the phones....Hats off to you sir
Whoever is reading my comment. Dont take the heating issue mentioned by Ranjit lightly. I sold my pixel 6A last week. Its so uncomfortable to touch and use the phone with tesnor chip ( exynos) is that the whole metal grill is like hot rod. Believe me my thumb and palm was burned in prolonged usage of 20 mins or so on mobile data. Its that HOT. So before throwing away your money , listen carefully to what Ranjit says.
i"m still gonna buy pixel anthing else ?
@@AnkitSingh-cs2kc
Bruh I have got a pixel 6 and have no issues at all
I'm using pixel6a,it gets warm after prolong use but nothing like it will burn ur fingers.With backcover u will feel nothing..
@@AnkitSingh-cs2kc slow charging
Absolutely nailed it Ranjit sir!! Iam using the Pixel 7 for almost 6 months and it gets heated up even for basic tasks like watching videos, listening to music, Instagram and FB. And the battery life is so pathetic it's becoming a headache for me to travel without the charger!
Really nice video, Ranjit sir 👍🏻😊
The review which I was waiting for. Thank you😍😍
This man doesnot care about brands and all, he always gave genuine true review
He is on the take like everyone else who makes a living in UA-cam. There is tons of money from Chinese manufactures to malign this phone.
@@QbanCelliHis take is korean
G2 has serious heating issues even when compared to S22U's SD8 G1. I was doing a basic speed test between my S22U and my father's 7Pro. I opened 10 basic apps, did some ram management testing and the Pixel was getting pretty hot even though I didn't open any intensive apps.
I was looking to buy a microwave. But after watching your video, I think I will choose Pixel 7a as my microwave.
Google needs to listen to Indian users because the Pixel can hold quite a good percentage of market share if they start to introduce service centers, self repair programs and listen to feedback from Indian users and actually move to TSMC instead of using samsung for chips. I hope Pixel 8 series will address the heating issues even when they go for Samsung chips.
Google have attitude problem. Paisa bahut hai na yelog k pas toh dhyan nai dete ye sab chiz log buy kre ya na kare... jabki wo jaante hai ye sab kuch.
Go for oneplus or nothing phone they are awesome
It's ironic that the CEO is Indian yet Google did not officially launch 6/6pro and 7/7pro
@@89__tirtharajpati69not releasing is also a good business strategy kinda, as percentage of market share that buys phones costing more than 60k Rs. is miniscule aka Out of reach for 95% population to spend that much on a smartphone & 5% remaining, many just wait 😅 Hoping companies or E-commerce sites put a discount like seen in recent base version iPhone. Now they are releasing just to try to increase the brand presence.
@@89__tirtharajpati69 Google Did Officially Launch Pixel 7/7 Pro in India , What are you saying?
Ranjit Sir : As a Pixel 4a user, i can confirm that Google does slows up the charging speed quite a lot when the temperature sores up. My pixel 4a which usually takes 1.3 hour to fully charge, in current summer conditions without AC takes almost 2 hour to charge. It has the plastic back still it gets so hot while charging without AC, it is slight scary to use atall. Hence i do try to switch off the phone while charging
Yeah and the 4a has heating issues as well. I own it from day 1 and I can confirm that it has heating issues.
I too own the 4a, and I did the mistake of using it for navigation in my 2-wheeler. The back plastic melted, phone shut down and the sim slot is not working anymore, thankfully it has the e-sim which I can use.
@@srikrishna_97lmao is this true fr😂😊
@@VarunSrinivas indeed it's true 🥲
You are always straightforward... Keep it up, thanks for being this much clear on the India requirement.
Ranjit sir you are the best youtuber in my opinion ❤ although many people would argue that you are not gaining subscribers from past few years but it's okay, I always rely on your reviews whenever I wish to buy techy products 😇
I think we should wait 3-4 months so that google can fix the software issues and also we all know the price will drop drastically within few months. I was too waiting for this phone but now I will wait for the Nothing Phone 2 as software experience is my main priority
I'll suggest waiting for 2-3 weeks before finally concluding about its heating problem. As setting up and syncing with data needs a lot of processing. Similar heating was noticed in intial use of 6a.
Geekyranjith = honest Reviews 💐
i'm using this phone from past 7 months these ytbers have some serious issues with pixle phones this phone gets warm not heats up it is a good phone.
Can u please help me with the current situation of the phone after the updates..whats the battery life that ur getting , I take a lot of calls so it is pretty important and is the warming thing a big issue..thanks in advance
Geniune review. Nobody talked about use this phone under AC only.
I think heating and slow charge issues can be solved via software update. It’s the service Center which will be the pain point here in India.
I don't think so. Im using pixel 6a for a year. Even after n number of updates heating and charging issue is not resolved.
It cannot be solved without compromising the performance of the device and if you're read to compromise then why the F are you willing to pay 44k?
The shaky stabilization is an odd occurrence, i think it might be your particular device. I've been using the 7A and the stability has been rock solid, even while zooming 🤔.
Thanks man for yours genuine review..
Best channel for mobile reviews
This smartphone reminds me of Yu Yuphoria. That smartphone had similar design on the side frame with the slight matt finish.
Thank you so much sir for discussing unheard points. Please cover poco f5 too.
Never buy poco. I have poco m2 pro. Its horrible. I will never buy poco
Thank you for this comprehensive review (y)
I agree with most of Ranjit's points except for the camera stabilization, I think it may be a problem with his device.
Also, if anyone has any questions or something that they wanna ask me, I'm open to answering :)
Sir is there any chance Google fix the heating issues thru OTA Updates? Or is it worth buying if they refuce the Price below 35k. What do u think Sir?
@geekyranjit appreciate your efforts to provide honest reviews.
Could you do a comparison video between Pixel 7a and Motorola Edge 40?
Hello Ranjit. I am having same issue with Pixel 4a. Heating and switching off under normal usage of Android Auto for navigation and music on Spotify, using mobile data. Google should do more research for heat management for Indian conditions. I will have to think again to consider a Pixel, for my mobile upgrade which will be around this Diwali.
Please suggest me that can i buy this pixel 7 for exchanging my iphone 13 whice is 3 months handset. Please let me know. Can I buy this pixel 7 or I keep my iphone 13
I know you are not like other youtubers with catchy thumbnails and all, but still I would say consider giving some context about video in thumbnail like for this “some problems” or whatever it greatly increases the curiosity of the viewer I think , idk , great review tho was waiting for your take on it.
I don't know but my pixel 7a is not overheating after an update received yesterday.
Let me know if you face the same
I have been using pixel 7A for about 2 weeks and I am happy about it. Lovely software things which you can't find on other phones. Heating is only on heavy gaming. Normal users find this very good
Hi brother does you're 7a heat while watching movies for 2 to 3 hrs
@@kanchanborkar5559 Not at all. The only time it heats is after 30 mins of continuous gaming which is reduced after updates.
How are the heating issues after the Android 14 update?
@@rishabhsoni2178 it is now even better. Running smooth.
Thanks, you saved me from a bad decision. Pixel UI and Gcam would always be close to my heart but their processor & dull screen are a let down. Was expecting a better device this time ...
Great review as always
Google actually came out and addressed the heating issue with this phone and said they are going to fix it.... So I am waiting for that.. and it would be very nice to people like me waiting, if you could make an updated video on it IF the update drops.. Thanks in advance :-)
Edit: I came here from TechBar video on Pixel 7a
Exactly, same here, i also came after listening to his video only & i have commented the same in this comment section only
Pictures taken with ultra wide camera is also showing 16 mega pixel though the camera is 13 mega pixel. Just check, is it the same with your device too or just a glitch in my device?
Anyways good video. Keep it up sir.
Following ranjit since 2012. OG of Indian tech industry! Great review but still believe that pixel 7a would be a great phone under 30k during sale
I've always wanted a pixel device, and ive watched alot of camera comparison videos and i really liked it on this one. I've ordered the device just an hour ago and now this review is making me dicey as hell.
Cancel .not worth it.
I have the Pixel 6a and it has an amazing camera, good battery, average screen, average fingerprint scanner, good general performance and bad gaming performance.
If you like playing games, or a heavy user, cancel it right now. There are better options. Otherwise you will feel great about the phone in daily usage.
Cancel it not worth at all, currently I'm on pixel 6a it heats like hell , charging is one more negative
@@letslisten73 I got the 6a as well. Summers are not good for us ....LoL
@@prashant2840 im not much of a gamer , i want tha smooth pixel experience, i just want a good stable phone
Just wanted to get it to take advantage of early bird offer but now will have to consider something else although I don't think we can find camera comparable to this one in 40k.
BTW ambient temp in Summers is 45 degree centigrade where I live so no question of getting this device now.
Which one you will buy now
Which ones are you considering
Great decision
You can buy moto edge 30 ultra. Excellent performance and camera is also better than most of the 50k phones
I would consider s21 fe.. would like to hear some more opinions
Even I was drawn to the pixel 7a with all the hype around it and was about to buy one for my sister, but after seeing Ranjit's review, I'm planning to go with S21FE 5G now which I got for myself 3 months back. Amazing phone, got it for 30k, it is the best you can get for in this range if you're looking for a premium, almost flagship level device if your usage is not too heavy.
@kodesque2492 which one do you have s21fe or pixel 7a?
@kodesque2492and did you get any other after that?
Thanks for the video. Very helpful in making the decision.
I suggest to use signal booster at your home which operator would provide on request. Weak mobile signal below -100db will cause increase in radiation as mobile will boost signal to balance low network. Even ideal data connectivity will push mobile to increase power in low signal reception
buy pixel 7a in September because u have 2 advantages:
1. Flipkart will have BBD during that period which should bring the price to 30-32k and with eligible offers u should get it for 28-29k
2. This heating issue is serious and google might release software update to control heating. Google did solve the heating issue significantly for 6a and 7. So for 7a it should resolve, however being a hardware issue I don't think so issue wont be completely solved but yes heating should reduce by 20-30% making it usable
Not buying even in this price range also... Not even in 25K...In 20K will give a think once. At 15K will buy bc thats where its worth for its heating issues.
@@iranjeetkr you've got really unrealistic expectations lmao
@@yellowflash511 let it be... I am not wishing it shud come at 15K but just expressing my feeling. Sab chiz mast h, heating issue sab bekar kr diya...15K mein hin heating issue mai seh sakta hun fully worth else Google doesn't deserve more than this price. Google will fail bcz of their arrogance just like Nokia if they don't switch to tmsc snapdragon.
@@iranjeetkr kuch b bolega😂
@@iranjeetkr tensor isn't the problem, Samsung manufacturing is the problem. Only switching to TSMC to make tensor will fix it. But as tensor is made from exynos it's not gonna happen.
And please, pixel will not fail as this is a problem only in hot countries. In US/UK/EU this isn't a problem at all, they don't even know about this problem just look at Western reviewers' pixel 7a reviews 😂
I always watch his reviews because i think he is the only reviewer who delivers a best and honest review
i didnt even consider that the local temparature would be factor into choosing your phone, does that mean the phone over heats quiet a bit ? Noted i live in Montreal hence, the temperature wouldnt surpass 35 degrees celcius in the summer
Still he makes honest, relevant, detailed and useful reviews. Others have become puppet and useless over time. Still Ranjit's videos are as useful as they were several years ago ❤️
The review pixel lovers have been waiting for
If the heating issue is due to tensor g2 chip, does pixel 7 also heats up in same way?
Heating issues are really irritating if surrounding temp is also high. My s21 fe is burning my hand, i am afraid that it will burst any time😢😢
I was thinking to buy s21fe but that heating issue is a deal breaker..
@@naveenparuuthi1868 case can be worse if you will use a rugged case
Buy iPhone and be worry free 😎
Google should launch this in winter like pixel 7 or 7 pro 😜
Does the pixel 7 also have heating issues while gaming?
I have 3a , for last 3-4 yrs.. before that pixel 1.. this 3a , excellent phone but same negatives .. heats up , charging slow and poor, discharges early.. camera not bad at all.. wifi good...camera back up on Google excellent.. so that's a big advantage.. but this 3a is only 64 GB so with what's app msgs now this gets full and sad to see this.. difficult to put a pendrive and take data.. only gets backed up.. so many negatives, some good positives.. depends on what I wish to do with a phone... Direct Google so updates are great.. rest same.. now used to pixel that difficult to leave like iPhone lover is.. but they could improve more .. nice review thank u sir.. will plan before I get next one.. hopefully not before this one crashes..
Great Review ✌️keep it up sir👍
100% agreed, please sir make review of A54 it was 38-40k bcz all are busy in making video of S23 ultra, S23 literally no one making video of A54...
One honest reviewer! One honest review
I'm using a pixel 7 pro and while it does get hot, at heavy usage, it does not get uncomfortably hot though. I played games as well and it was fine.. But in day to day usage I still prefer my P7P more than my iphone 14 pro. It's just so intuitive and fluid and takes the top for me. Also, the photos are just 🤌
Sir,
Good and Frank review. I have got a clear idea from yu before buying this phone.
Ranjit, will the heating issues continue or will they be solved in coming time via updates?
Google has already acknowledged the problem.
Still pixel 7 users face heating issue even for basic use
Glad I watched this video, I was about to buy the pixel 7a.
Google should change into samsung 3nm node for their next tensor chip which might solve their heating issue.
(Expecting samsung 3nm node to be power efficient with good yield ).
How is Pixel 7a going to feel for someone coming from Oneplus 7T ? i am already on 90Hz screen but if the animations and everything are smooth does it matter ? Will it improve my experience ?
It will. I came from a 120hz S20+ and I feel no difference. The experience was better imo.
Hello Ranjit,
Is google Pixel still a good choice ?
let me know if I should buy one for myself and most importantly I am thinking of buying it from Dubai, would that be a good idea?
Thank you
You killed the review here itself 0:59
Either he is over exaggerating or the issue is fixed with the Android 14 update. Watching UA-cam for the last 1.5hrs with 5G network and not feeling it heated a tad!
Bought this today. Just after reading ur comment. I have watched other youtubers videos also. That the issues are resolved. But dude ur comment.... ❤
I have a doubt. Suppose I dont have cutting edge Wifi speeds where I live currently, I would be surprised if my router provides me 25Mbps speed even; will wifi connectivity be an issue then? or will other phones give better wifi reception?
I’m getting 500 Mbps+ Wi-Fi speed
Sir, can you please post a detailed review regarding one plus 11R.. 😊
Loved the line "for people who are in AC rooms" 😂
Pixel should be put in a cold storage until they shift out of the Exynos SoCs.
I am still confused at them going with Exynos when Samsung themselves are working with Snapdragon and rightly so.
At 40k I would rather try out the Moto Edge 30 Fusion or Ultra for the pure android and physical service centers which don't take 4 days to answer a question and after charging 850.
Camera and size would be a bit of a trade-off.
I've been using pixel 6a for 7 months now, let me tell you, this heating issue is such a deal breaker, I mean I have to carefully pick phone cover so that the heat gets dissipated better otherwise you simply just can't hold the phone during summer season in delhi when using outside, plus I'd recommend keep the background app count as low as you can. Otherwise the phone is good just a few bugs you will find while using it for some time and the heating I wish gets resolved atleast be brought down please.
Thank you for such reviews 🎉
waiting for moto edge 40... hope you review it soon
The charging issue I also felt in 6A due to the heating issue, I am from Rajasthan and it is charging so slowly due to the fact that the outside temperature is almost 45 degree and yes still the heating issue is there in 6A as well.
The no-nonsense channel for mobile and other electronics. Thank u Ranjit for not wasting our time.
this review was much needed
He is indian MKBHD calm , no gimmicks,straight to point, honest.
just used Pixel 7a and it is true that it does heat more than the normal. i used camera for not more than 5 min and clicked 4-5 pictures , the phone got warm and it was a evening time with no sun.
After update, is the heating issue resolved
Planning to buy this phone as I'm a huge fan of Pixel. This would be my first Pixel phone. Does the heating issue still exist or did Google address it?
Not anymore... Just go for it.
Good Review, One quick question Why you were putting and removing specs again and again? 😀
I use a pixel 4a only for photography purposes (I've used that as the primary device for 1 year). The battery life became horrible after a year suddenly.. e.g. after playing 2-3songs on spotify, the battery is down by 5%.
And the heating issue was there from the first considering it's a small phone, but nowadays just connecting to WiFi heats it up. And if you use the phone for UA-cam, Snapseed etc., it'll heat up unusually.
I also had the same problems with my pixel 4a, but i didnt changed my phone and sticked to 4a, and surprisingly after few updates heating problem almost disappeared and battery got better though not the best but still its better considering that it gives almost 6-7 hrs backup with my wifi on and youtube, fb, insta, whtsap.....and its been now almost 2.5yrs since december,2020
How's 7a camera compare to 4a ??
Mr.Ranjith gives actual review of the phone unlike other people who Just explains specification
Sir is the heating on Pixel 7a worse than Pixel 6a or are they similar?
Sir,
I own a OnePlus 8t and had a very bad experience with both OnePlus and Oppo devices with their motherboard crash.
Now I'm planning to move to the Pixel devices.
Looking at the current prices I can see that Pixel 6a is a great deal, but still Pixel 7a is pulling me because of its 90 hz display and Sony IMX786 sensor compared to very old sensor on Pixel 6a.
But the only thing I'm worried is about prices. I'm not getting that interest to spend huge amount of money on smartphones. Do you think the 6GB RAM and 60 hz works for me, as I have 120hz and 12gb RAM on OnePlus 8t
Please advise me on this.
Wait for Nothing Phone 2, camera might not be better than Pixel phones, but you will get a good all rounder smartphone with clean ui and good performance with no or litte heat issues compare to Pixel 7a.
If You want a phone like Oneplus then Wait for edge 40 it has great combination of Hardware and software at 30k
I would say go for pixel 7a when it gets discounted
I would actually say wait for the next Galaxy S FE (S23 FE) - these phones have excellent camera, great chipset (ignore the exynos ones), and amazing software support.
I'm using the S20FE (2022 edition) right now with Snapdragon 865. All apps are as fluent and snappy as you can ask for, and I've rarely seen this phone lag, only when starting up or when it's at like, 5% charge remaining.
Also, this is 2 gens old at this point (S20, S21, S22), still is a Phone I'm comfortable saying that I can use for another few years without issues.
@@karanssh Pixel performance and Battery and also Slow charging doesn't make it practical for everyone
Poco f5 5g mobile review needed Ranjit sir.... I am waiting for your review on it. Because it's a first 7gen 1 processor mobile in India
Big fan of your videos and information in detail provided every time from the consumer pov. I, as a subscriber, am expecting a video from you talking about the recent issue with devices with led display from prominent manufacturers where after update lines start appearing on the screen. It will be a great help for users, and the manufacturers will provide proper service .
Should i swich from 6a, frustrated by 6a's slow charging, battery draining and heating issue
I have rog 5. Should i go for pixel 7 pro or any other alternative??
Sir which phone I can buy under 40k battery performance preference?.?.
IMHO the problem with heating ,sub par camera performance and battery life can be ascribed to tensor g2 chip which is based on exynos . Also a sub par modem is causing connectivity issues for many. AI is not the panacea for a sub optimal hardware.
A SIMPLE SOLUTION to the network issue !Upon reading a thread on Quora, I came across two potential remedies. The first is to consider switching to an eSIM, which can provide an alternative and potentially more stable network connection. The second option is to reset the internet settings on the Google Pixel 7a, which can often resolve connectivity issues. Additionally, you may find it convenient to create an on-screen widget shortcut for quick access to the network settings.
Hopefully Tensor G3 goes away from the crappy overheating Exynos base to a much more efficient (with integrated fast modem) chip from QC or even MTK (the Dimensity line would've been a good fit tbh)!
How r the mediatek chips my pal... I m planning for motoedge 40..do they have heating issues?
Was desperately waiting for this video, i have a question sir, i have my iqoo z3 and on exchange i get pixel 7a for 31k is it worth doing it?? Or as you suggested earlier should I wait for the price drop and then exchange it?
Watch the full video you will get your answer.
Not worth even at 25K... Will think once at 20K... Will buy at 15K where its worth stands at bcz of heating issues. Google will fail bcz of their arrogance just like Nokia if they don't switch to tmsc snapdragon.
Pixel 7a and 7 are available at almost the same price, which one would you suggest?
So what do you guys say about camera. Is pixel 7a better or 6a better. Looking at the images from the video I guess 6a does better job in daylights.
I have read that there are issues with the google app that is is causing heating and battery issues which has made google release a server side update. I own a pixel 7 and do acknowledge that there are some heating issues but not yet at the point of making me feel uncomfortable.