Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $180 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 1,194,673); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Google Pixel 7a
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $599
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $180 | $599 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 7a by 68.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $419. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $419.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (85/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.