Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $499 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 65/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO 13
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 207g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $650
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 19 points higher (84/100 vs 65/100). 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 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 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 | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $499 | $650 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Google Pixel 8a by 54.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $151. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $151.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (73/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.