Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Vivo Y21

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1199 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 76/100 vs 44/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5200); the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 524,785); the Vivo Y21 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 232g).

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Performance 77
Display 86
Camera 90
Battery 62
Portability 35
Value for money 62
Vivo Y21
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 49
Value for money 56
What makes Google Pixel 10 Pro XL better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 1980

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (62/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better display (86/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 39W
  • Lighter: 209g vs 232g
  • Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $1199

  • Better portability (49/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Vivo Y21, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 32 points higher (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Vivo Y21: The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Vivo Y21
Processor Google Tensor G5 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 1617706 524785
Geekbench Single 2296 771
Geekbench Multi 6203 1980
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2992x1344 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 39W 44W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 163
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 5 MP
RAM 16GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 16, OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 232 g 209 g
Launch price $1199 $178
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
90
camera
Vivo Y21
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display
Vivo Y21
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 39W
  • Wireless: 25W
62
battery
Vivo Y21
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Google Tensor G5
76/100
1617706 AnTuTu
Vivo Y21 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
44/100 -208.3%
524785 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Vivo Y21 by 208.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
$1199
Vivo Y21
$178

Launch price difference: $1021. Vivo Y21 was $1021 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (77/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (86/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (90/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo Y21?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Vivo Y21?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo Y21?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Vivo Y21?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (77/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Vivo Y21?

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.