Google Pixel 8 vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $699 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 68/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4575); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 48
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 92
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 73
Portability 55
Value for money 80
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 207g

  • Better camera (79/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1443431
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $650 vs $699

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better value for money (80/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 16 points higher (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (80/100 vs 48/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Vivo iQOO 13
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1443431 3119308
Geekbench Single 1722 3041
Geekbench Multi 4458 9494
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 27W 120W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
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 14 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 187 g 207 g
Price $699 $650
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
68/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
84/100 +53.7%
3119308 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 13 leads Google Pixel 8 by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Price difference: $49. Vivo iQOO 13 is cheaper by $49.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (92/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (73/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (80/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.