Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4385).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 194g

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Google Pixel 7a scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Google Tensor G2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 193 g 194 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (67/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.