Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 183g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $599
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $599 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (78/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (85/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.