Google Pixel 2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 2 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $649 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,714,661 vs 438,016); the Google Pixel 2 is noticeably lighter (143g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 2
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 143g vs 215g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3714661 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 11W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $649
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 2 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (85/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3714661 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 11W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.7×69.7×7.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $599 |
Google Pixel 2
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 2
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 2
- 2700 mAh
- Wired: 11W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 2 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $50. Vivo iQOO 15 was $50 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (94/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (85/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.