Google Pixel 4 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 4 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 2800); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 824,513); the Google Pixel 4 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 4 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 223g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 2800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (79/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 12873 | |
| Display | 5.7" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.1×68.8×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4
- 5.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4
- 2800 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 4 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (100/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (99/100 vs 71/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (79/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 4 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 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.