Google Pixel 7 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: Which flagship should you buy?

It takes a lot of courage to put the “Pro” label on the back of a smartphone. On the one hand, a lot is expected of the device on practically all fronts: the screen, the autonomy, the performance and the cameras in particular. Second, that “Pro” label, which usually comes with a high selling price, must offer something new and innovative.

A few days ago, Google introduced its latest ultra-high-end proposition: the Pixel 7 Pro. Along with it comes a host of hardware and software improvements, including a new Tensor G2 processor with the Titan M2 chip, 30x zoom via a 48MP telephoto lens, and an autofocus ultra-wide-angle lens that can capture the smallest details.

Naturally, if you’re in the market for a new smartphone and want the best, the Pixel 7 Pro is worth considering…as is Apple’s latest iPhone 14 Pro. To help you make your choice, here are the arguments that may convince you to lean towards one side more than the other.

Features

Google Pixel 7 Pro // Apple iPhone 14 Pro

• Screen : 6.7-inch, 1440 x 3120 LTPO AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate // 6.1-inch (14 Pro) or 6.7-inch (14 Pro Max) LTPO OLED with 120Hz refresh rate
• Weight : 212g // 206g (14 Pro) and 240g (14 Pro Max)
• Processor : Google Tensor G2 // Apple A16 Bionic
• RAM: 12 GB // 6 GB
• Storage : up to 512 GB // up to 1 TB
• Battery : 5000 mAh with 30W charging // up to 29 hours of video playback with 30W charging
• Cameras : 50 MP main (f/1.85), 12 MP ultra wide-angle (f/1.25), 48 MP Zoom (f/3.5), 10.8 MP front (f/2.2) / / 48 MP main (f/1.78), 12 MP ultra wide-angle (f/2.2), 12 MP 2x zoom (f/1.78), 12 MP 3x zoom (f/2.8), 12 MP front (f / 1.9).
• Connectivity: 5G // 5G
• Sustainability : IP68 water and dust resistance // IP68 water and dust resistance
• Price : €899 // €1,329

You should buy the Google Pixel 7 Pro if…

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…the eSIM is not for you

Unlike the iPhone 14 Pro, Google’s Pixel 7 Pro – no matter where you buy it – will come with a standard physical SIM card slot and also support eSIM. This means travelers won’t necessarily have to switch eSIM subscriptions while abroad, or cut connectivity altogether in countries that don’t support eSIM technology.

…you want to personalize your smartphone

Google has made it clear that Android 13 is all about personalization. The same cannot be said for iOS, which is overly simple, although Apple has become less strict about customization for some time. The Pixel 7 Pro has loads of settings that will allow you to customize the interface to your liking. This ranges from icons and wallpapers to accessibility features. The mobile also comes with a host of tools, such as the Magic Eraser which facilitates photo editing.

…you want to save a few hundred euros

There is no beating around the bush: the Pixel 7 Pro is sold at 899 euros where the iPhone 14 Pro starts at 1,329 euros. And if the price is not necessarily the best criterion of comparison, the Pixel 7 Pro will undoubtedly delight those who do not want to put more than 1,000 euros in a phone.

Picture: Google.

You should buy the iPhone 14 Pro if…

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…you want a “Pro” phone that doesn’t look like a brick

I’m sure there’s a rule somewhere that says the best smartphones should have a screen diagonal of at least 6.7 inches. Fortunately, Apple is one of the few manufacturers to still offer a “Pro” device that does not take up as much space in the pocket as a scientific calculator. The iPhone 14 Pro with its 6.1-inch screen is compact and easy to use with one hand. It has the same photographic layout – front and back – as the Max version. Thus, no compromise to be made by choosing a more compact smartphone.

…you like symmetry

The iPhone is probably one of the best-designed phones of this year. From the symmetrical edges that surround the screen to the dynamic island that is both more beautiful and more practical than any notch, the iPhone 14 Pro concentrates all of Apple’s design know-how.

…you’re ready to sell your soul to Apple – or you already have

Once you’ve purchased an Apple product, it’s not always easy to get out of the ecosystem. But brand loyalty is justified. Apple continues to make good products that carry certain values ​​and hold up well over time. There is also extensive compatibility with the rest of the brand’s ecosystem.

Image: June Wan/ZDNET.

Alternatives

If you are open to other horizons than these two very high-end mobiles, here are some alternatives:

Apple iPhone 14 – Best prices:

Google Pixel 6 Pro – Best prices:

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra – Best prices:

Source: ZDNet.com