Google Pixel 11a vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1933536
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2755
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7563
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 11a by 64.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 11a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (90/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.