Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) 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 $499 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $499 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 25/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). 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 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| 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 / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $499 | $799 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 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 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 68.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (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 Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (86/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (65/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.