Google Pixel 10a vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 64/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,422,477); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Better camera (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1422477
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 18 points higher (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 10a by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Google Pixel 10a was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (97/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10a — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.