Google Pixel 10a vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 46/100 vs 26/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10a has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the Google Pixel 10a has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.0mm).

The Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 20 points (46/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 30
Display 50
Camera 68
Battery 30
Design 68
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 23W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 185g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Google Pixel 10a scores 20 points higher (46/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 10a Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Google Tensor G5 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 1400792
Geekbench Single 2305
Geekbench Multi 6054
Display 6.3" OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 23W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 134
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 185 g 173 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 10a
$449
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (68/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (83/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 20 points (46/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.