Google Pixel 7

Great camera ; Good screen ; Stylish design

Few upgrades from the Pixel 6 ; No telephoto camera ; Slow charging

The Google Pixel 7 remains a charming and impressive all-rounder with a particularly impressive camera system, especially now that it’s cheaper in the wake of the Pixel 8 release.

FHD+ screen, 90Hz ; Google Tensor G2 chip ; Packs an extensive array of features ; Runs on pure Android

Underwhelming battery life, slow charging ; No telephoto camera ; Doesn't come with a charger in the box

The Google Pixel 7 doesn't cost an eye-watering amount of money but manages to deliver in plenty of ways. Just like the phones that came before it, the focus is on the software and camera system, but this time things have been taken up a notch with a...

Solid and attractive design ; Great camera system ; Vibrant and bright display ; Clean and fluid software experience

Ultrawide camera not as strong as primary ; Not hugely different to Pixel 6

The overriding feeling of using the Pixel 7 is that not much has really changed since the previous model. Yes, there are enhancements to some of the features and a slimming down of the body, and that does make a difference, but the essence of Pixel...

Same superb photography skills we expect from Pixel phones ; Build is slicker than last year’s effort ; No price increase for 2022

90Hz refresh rate limit feels arbitrary ; Plays second fiddle to Pixel 7 Pro

The smaller Pixel steps up on camera quality and finally feels like a premium phone, while keeping price on its side. It still feels artificially held back compared to the Pro, though

Good value for money ; Excellent cameras ; Nice screen ; Easy to use software

Slow charging speeds ; Face Unlock is basic

In a year of refinement, the Pixel 7 doesn’t move things on much from the Pixel 6 but in the wider phone market remains a well-rounded and good value purchase.

Superb camera Long battery life Eye-catching design Vibrant screen Years of software updates Fantastic price

Slow charging Software bugs Poor gaming performance

“The Google Pixel 7's superb camera, long battery life, and great software experience are a winning combination — and the reasonable price makes it hard to resist.”