Google Pixel 7 vs Vivo iQOO 16

The Google Pixel 7 (2022) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $599 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4355); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,203,381); the Google Pixel 7 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 223g).

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 7

Performance 65
Display 69
Camera 73
Battery 39
Portability 53
Value for money 38

Vivo iQOO 16

Performance 100
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 90
Portability 42
Value for money 92

What makes Google Pixel 7 better?

  • Lighter: 197g vs 223g
  • Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $840

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1203381
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1461
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3867
  • Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4355 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 20W

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 73/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 7 — 38/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

Google Pixel 7: The Google Pixel 7 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO 16: The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 7 Vivo iQOO 16
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu 1203381 5498720
Geekbench Single 1461 4327
Geekbench Multi 3867 12873
Display 6.3" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1440x3168
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4355 mAh 8400 mAh
Charging 20W 100W
Wireless charging 20W 40W
DXOMark (camera) 140 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits 6000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 155.6×73.2×8.7 mm 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm
Weight 197 g 223 g
Launch price $599 $840

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 7

  • Main: 50MP f/1.85
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
73
camera

Vivo iQOO 16

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 7

  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 7

  • 4355 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 20W
39
battery

Vivo iQOO 16

  • 8400 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 40W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2
62/100
1203381 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 16 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
89/100 +78.1%
5498720 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 7 by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 7

$599

Vivo iQOO 16

$840

Launch price difference: $241. Google Pixel 7 was $241 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (100/100 vs 65/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (99/100 vs 69/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 (90/100 vs 39/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7 and the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Google Pixel 7 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 73/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7 or the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7 over the Vivo iQOO 16?

The Google Pixel 7 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.