Google Pixel 5 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 27/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 188g).
Google Pixel 5
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 151g vs 188g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 3 points higher (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (42/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | — | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (49/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (42/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (100/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Google Pixel 5 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.