Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 30/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.0mm).

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 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 Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 193g

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Google Pixel 7a scores 8 points higher (38/100 vs 30/100). 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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67 IP54
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 193 g 188 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 Z9 (India) 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 Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (42/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.