Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 216g
- Better camera (70/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 8a by 69.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (97/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (75/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.