Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,401,321); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is noticeably lighter (227g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 227g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (99/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (99/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 69.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (99/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (99/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (92/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.