Google Pixel 8 vs Vivo X90 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200; estimated prices are $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 33/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X90 Pro has the bigger battery (4870 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 214g).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Vivo X90 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Vivo X90 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 58
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 187g vs 214g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $799

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4870 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 27W

  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Google Pixel 8 scores 17 points higher (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X90 Pro: The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Vivo X90 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 9200
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 4870 mAh
Charging 27W 120W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China)
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm
Weight 187 g 214 g
Price $699 $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Vivo X90 Pro
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 4870 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Vivo X90 Pro
$799

Price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8 is cheaper by $100.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (79/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (58/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (66/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Vivo X90 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.