Google Pixel 3a vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 3a (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 670, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $399 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 27/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 322,015); the Google Pixel 3a is noticeably lighter (147g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3a
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 3a better?
- Lighter: 147g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $840
- Better portability (81/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 322015
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 381
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1239
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3a vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 62 points higher (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3a — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (100/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (81/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3a | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 670 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 322015 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 381 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1239 | 12873 | |
| Display | 5.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.3×70.1×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 147 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3a
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3a
- 5.6" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2220
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3a
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3a and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 3a by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. Google Pixel 3a was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (100/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a (90/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (81/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3a by 62 points (89/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3a and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 3a has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3a over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.