Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $599
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 8a by 61.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Google Pixel 8a was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (94/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (85/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.