Google Pixel 3 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 216g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (75/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (84/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 148 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 3 by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (75/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (84/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.