Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 227g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (99/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (92/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (76/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.