Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 223g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 7a by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (99/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (90/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 7a 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.