Google Pixel 3a vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $399 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 27/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 216g).
Google Pixel 3a
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 147g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $499
- Better portability (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 55 points higher (82/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 26/100). 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 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 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 3a (95/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (81/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 147 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $499 |
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 3a by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 3a was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (95/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 55 points (82/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a 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 3a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 3a 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.