Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 38/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5a 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 216g).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 183g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 44 points higher (82/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 90/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (65/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $499 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $50. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $50 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (95/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (99/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (65/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (75/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5a 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (60/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 44 points (82/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.