Google Pixel 10a vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 1,400,792); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 10a
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $599
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 1400792
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2305
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 6054
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1400792 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2305 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6054 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $599 |
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 10a by 62.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Google Pixel 10a was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.