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 (3,815,522 vs 595,284); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 216g).
Google Pixel 3
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 148g vs 216g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 595284
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 563
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2006
- 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 (95/100 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)
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 (95/100 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 — 90/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (95/100 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).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 595284 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 563 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2006 | 9553 | |
| 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 |
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
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
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 3 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (95/100 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).
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 (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.