Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1199 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 76/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,617,706).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1617706
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2296
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6203
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 39W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 223g vs 232g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $1199
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 13 points higher (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — 62/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3300 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 10 Pro XL by 70.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $359. Vivo iQOO 16 was $359 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (90/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.