Google Pixel 8 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4575); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 8
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $799
- Better camera (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| 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 / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $699 | $799 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8 by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $100.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (97/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (86/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (66/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.