Review of Google Pixel 7 Pro: Google's Ultimate Flagship with Better Optimization

Although bearing many similarities to its predecessor, the Pixel 6 Pro, the Pixel 7 Pro is still considered a more refined phone with many user experience optimizations. So, what is the configuration of Pixel 7 Pro? What is the design of Pixel 7 Pro like? Is the camera on Pixel 7 Pro capable of capturing stunning photos? How long does the battery of Pixel 7 Pro last? Let's evaluate Pixel 7 Pro together to find out the answers!

Note: This article is translated and referenced from Cnet. 

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Refined Design of Pixel 7 Pro Enhances Aesthetic Appeal

Pixel 7 Pro boasts a design similar to last year's Pixel 6 Pro but with more refinement. Google has retained the characteristic horizontal strip on the back to house the camera, as seen in previous models. However, this cluster is now composed of recycled aluminum and seamlessly integrated with the phone's metal frame, enhancing Pixel 7 Pro's elegance, the author notes.

The rear of Pixel 7 Pro utilizes glass material, and the corners and edges of the device are gently curved. However, the author noticed a slight gap between the screen and the device frame, which may be observed when holding the device but does not affect the daily user experience.

Pixel 7 Pro is IP68 rated for water and dust resistance, so if you accidentally spill water on the phone, there's no need to worry too much. However, the author expressed concerns about potential damage to the shiny aluminum strip of the device, which could develop scratches over time. Personally, I believe this can still be mitigated by using a phone case, which helps prevent sweat and fingerprint marks while enhancing the durability of the device.

Pixel 7 Pro features a 6.7-inch display with a resolution of 3,120 x 1,440 pixels, identical to the 6 Pro. The display of Pixel 7 Pro is praised for its sharpness and sufficient brightness for outdoor use. Colors appear vivid and vibrant, best suited for viewing content on YouTube. However, the Pixel 7 Pro's screen does not suffer from over-saturation or real-life color distortion. If you prefer even more accurate colors, you can choose the 'Natural' color mode!

Pixel 7 Pro features a large display, which is great if you enjoy gaming or watching videos on a big screen while on the move. However, for those with small hands or simply prefer compact phones, Pixel 7 Pro might feel a bit bulky, especially when holding it with one hand.

Pixel 7 Pro camera impresses with many useful upgrades

The camera on Pixel Pro has been praised as excellent, capturing stunning photos and videos comparable to any flagship out there. The main camera of Pixel 7 Pro boasts a 50 MP resolution, delivering impressive shots with beautiful dynamic range and vibrant colors. This lens is accompanied by a dedicated 48 MP telephoto camera for the Pro version along with a 12 MP ultra-wide camera.

The author tested out some photos from the Pixel 7 Pro's camera and rated the image quality highly, especially the detail from the main camera. You can check them out below! The optical zoom feature using the telephoto camera has been upgraded from 4x to 5x. While this may not seem like a huge upgrade, it will still provide you with better zoom capabilities, sharper image cropping, and the ability to discover more interesting shooting angles.

Similar to the main camera, Pixel 7 Pro's telephoto zoom lens captures images with precise dynamic range, with colors remaining accurate as you change shooting angles. The 48 MP resolution also delivers sharp image quality and will be very useful for zooming in. The author really likes the zoom capability of Pixel 7 Pro's camera, which sits between the 3x zoom of the iPhone and the 10x zoom of the Galaxy S22 Ultra, making it more versatile, as 10x is really too high and not really necessary for most users.

Switching to the ultra-wide lens, you'll have the ability to capture more scenes, and the author also notes positively that there's almost no difference in color between the lenses. Colors are reproduced vividly, realistically, and with consistent quality, regardless of which zoom mode you're in.

The new autofocus system of the ultra-wide camera brings a sharper macro photography feature. Now, you can focus within inches, allowing you to capture closer shots, showcasing tiny details vividly. This camera also automatically switches to macro mode when detecting a close-up object and provides fast focusing capabilities. It produces images with quality comparable to regular wide-angle shots. While not frequently used, this will be a very interesting feature for you to capture some unique moments!

The night photo quality is also rated well. With Night Sight mode, Pixel 7 Pro can expose for 6 seconds, capturing a significant amount of light, even in low-light conditions. Night photos from Pixel 7 Pro are sharp and clear, although there may be occasional glare if there are too many light sources in the photo. Compared to competitors, Pixel 7 Pro's night shots are brighter and sharper than Samsung's S22 Ultra but not as good as iPhone 14 Pro.

Google has also continued to bring many AI improvements to the camera of Pixel 7 Pro, such as the update for the Real Tone algorithm to capture better tones for darker skin tones. Pixel 7 Pro also adds a new guidance frame, using audio signals to assist visually impaired individuals in taking selfies. Additionally, Pixel 7 Pro features a new and useful function called Photo Unblur, as the name suggests, this tool will attempt to sharpen blurry or out-of-focus images.

The author tested the Photo Unblur feature with some old photos in the library and noticed a significant difference in sharpness before and after editing. However, this feature is not really effective if your photos are too blurry, as it is difficult for software to 'rescue'.

Overall, the camera system of Pixel 7 Pro is highly praised, suitable for both professional photographers and smartphone photography enthusiasts. In particular, the zoom photography feature is greatly appreciated by the author and considered a significant upgrade compared to Pixel 7, along with the macro mode. This will be one of the reasons why the author decides to spend extra money to own this Pro version.

Pixel 7 Pro delivers stable performance and smooth software experience

Pixel 7 Pro is equipped with the second-generation 'in-house' processor Google Tensor G2. This is considered a bold move by Google to create its own chip instead of using Qualcomm's, but in reality, it does not make a difference compared to other phones on the market. Pixel 7 Pro operates similarly to other Android phones and has the power to meet your needs.

Navigation on Pixel 7 Pro is swift and without delay. High-resolution videos play smoothly on the device, and switching between apps is seamless. Graphics-intensive games like Asphalt 9: Legends or Genshin Impact can reach maximum settings without any issues. In summary, Pixel 7 Pro is a powerful phone that lives up to the upgrades Google has made to the new processor.

Tensor 2 chip is built with AI and machine learning. Google states that this processor will perform AI tasks better, such as voice recognition for face unlock, subject detection in photos, and noise reduction during phone calls.

Pixel 7 Pro runs on the latest Android 13 operating system, providing a clean and tidy interface that the author enjoys using. The device does not come with bloatware or pre-installed apps, allowing for a more organized interface. Similar to Android 12 on Pixel 6, you can customize the color of all system fonts to match the image you set as your home screen. Google calls this Material You, and this feature helps you easily personalize your phone.

So what didn't the author like about Pixel 7 Pro? That would be the battery life, something that Google should have done better. After one hour of streaming YouTube videos over WiFi with maximum screen brightness, Pixel 7 Pro's battery dropped to 95%, while Pixel remained at 97%. Even older models like Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6A were at 98%. After another hour, 7 Pro dropped to 87% and further down to 80% after the third hour, still lower than Pixel 7's 83% after 3 hours.

So is the battery life of Pixel 7 Pro poor? Actually, no, the device still has a decently rated battery life, just not as high as the expectations it should have met. Pixel 7 Pro can still last throughout the day with mixed usage tasks.

Wrap-Up

While Pixel 7 Pro may not shine as brightly as last year's Pixel 6 Pro, the device still brings many improvements to make it a fantastic phone. With hardware and software exclusives, Pixel 7 Pro deserves to be dubbed 'top-tier,' standing shoulder to shoulder with prominent names from Apple and Samsung.

So what about you, how do you rate Pixel 7 Pro? Leave your thoughts below for us to know! Thank you very much for reading through our article.

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