Google Pixel 6 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 59/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4614); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 990,213).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 215g
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 21W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 27 points higher (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (94/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 990213 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 6 by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (94/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (78/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Google Pixel 6 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 27 points (86/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.