Google Pixel 3 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 227g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 50W | |
| 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 / 24GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 3 by 87.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (92/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.