Google Pixel 4 XL vs Vivo iQOO 16

The Google Pixel 4 XL (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 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 3700); 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 XL is noticeably lighter (193g vs 223g).

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 4 XL

Performance 54
Display 77
Camera 17
Battery 18
Portability 61
Value for money —

Vivo iQOO 16

Performance 100
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 90
Portability 42
Value for money 92

What makes Google Pixel 4 XL better?

  • Lighter: 193g vs 223g

  • Better portability (61/100 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 3700 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 18/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 77/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 4 XL vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). 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 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (99/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (90/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 4 XL 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 6.3" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3040 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 3700 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 160.4×75.1×8.2 mm 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm
Weight 193 g 223 g
Launch price — $840

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • Main: 2MP f/1.7
  • Telephoto: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
17
camera

Vivo iQOO 16

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • 6.3" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3040
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
77
display

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 4 XL

  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
18
battery

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 8400 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 4 XL and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 4 XL Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
42/100
824513 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 16 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
89/100 +85.0%
5498720 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 4 XL by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 4 XL

Price unknown

Vivo iQOO 16

$840

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (100/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (99/100 vs 77/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (78/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL (90/100 vs 18/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4 XL notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 4 XL or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4 XL by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4 XL and the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Google Pixel 4 XL has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4 XL 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 XL or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 4 XL 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.