Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo X Fold6
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 38/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,485,039 vs 597,974); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.8mm).
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo X Fold6
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1900
- Overall rating 38/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3485039 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 50 points higher (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 8/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (100/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3485039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | — | |
| Launch price | $449 | $1900 |
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1451. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $1451 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (82/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (100/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 50 points (88/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (94/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.