Google Pixel 3 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 34/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 215g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 5W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 52 points higher (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 41/100). 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 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (94/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (85/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 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 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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
- 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
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 3 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (94/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (85/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 52 points (86/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 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 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.