Google Pixel 7avsInfinix Note 40 Pro
SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026
Infinix Note 40 Pro wins
Verdict
Infinix Note 40 Pro wins 3 of 5 categories — our overall pick
Infinix Note 40 Pro is the overall winner, 3 / 5 — price is its standout. At USD 279, it's also the most affordable of this group.
- Google Pixel 7a takes Performance — led by performance score (850,000 pts).
- Infinix Note 40 Pro takes Display — led by screen size (6.78 in).
- Google Pixel 7a takes Camera — led by camera score (137 pts).
- Infinix Note 40 Pro takes Battery — led by charging speed (70 W).
- Infinix Note 40 Pro takes Price — led by price (279 USD).
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
In plain English
Choose Google Pixel 7a if you want…
- Choose Google Pixel 7a if you want a faster phone for apps and games — 850,000 pts vs 500,000 pts.
- Choose Google Pixel 7a if you want a sharper screen — 429 ppi vs 393 ppi.
- Choose Google Pixel 7a if you want better video quality — 91 pts vs 88 pts.
- Choose Google Pixel 7a if you want a better camera — 137 pts vs 117 pts.
Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want…
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want more room for photos and apps — 256 GB vs 128 GB.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want a bigger screen — 6.78 in vs 6.1 in.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want smoother scrolling — 120 Hz vs 90 Hz.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want a screen you can read in sunlight — 1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want sharper selfies — 32 MP vs 13 MP.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want longer battery life — 5,000 mAh vs 4,385 mAh.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want faster charging — 70 W vs 18 W.
- Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if you want a lower price — 279 USD vs 399 USD.
At a glance
- Google Pixel 7a
- Infinix Note 40 Pro
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Full record
Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.
Performance score
Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.
Chipset
The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.
RAM
More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.
Storage
Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.
Screen size
Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.
Pixel density
Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.
Refresh rate
How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.
Peak brightness
Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.
Main camera
Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.
Selfie camera
Resolution of the front camera.
Telephoto
A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.
Video score
Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.
Camera score
Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.
Battery
Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.
Charging speed
Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.
Wireless charging
Whether the phone charges wirelessly.
Price
Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.
Which one should you buy?
Google Pixel 7a
Choose Google Pixel 7a if camera matters most. It costs USD 399.
Infinix Note 40 Pro
Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 279, the lowest price in this group.
Pros & cons
Google Pixel 7a
- Great camera
- Wireless charging
- Clean Android
- 18 W charging
- Thick bezels
- Average battery
Infinix Note 40 Pro
- 70 W charging
- Wireless charging
- 108 MP camera
- Slow chipset
- Software ads
- Average video