Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 50/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 820,210).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 820210
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3012
- Lighter: 188g vs 194g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Google Pixel 8a scores 15 points higher (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 820210 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1059 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3012 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (70/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (45/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.