Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (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 $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,606,238); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9 Pro

Performance 73
Display 88
Camera 80
Battery 50
Portability 54
Value for money 54

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

Performance 99
Display 99
Camera 78
Battery 92
Portability 35
Value for money 92

What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (80/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (54/100 vs 35/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1606238
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5100
  • Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 37W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
  • Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999

  • Higher performance (99/100 vs 73/100)
  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 88/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, 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 (99/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 35/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra: The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1606238 4602290
Geekbench Single 1880 3639
Geekbench Multi 5100 11047
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 7400 mAh
Charging 37W 120W
Wireless charging 23W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB / 16GB / 24GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 8000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm
Weight 199 g 227 g
Launch price $999 $799

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
80
camera

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9 Pro

  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9 Pro

  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
50
battery

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

  • 7400 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
92
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Tensor G4
72/100
1606238 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100 +65.1%
4602290 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 65.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9 Pro

$999

Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra

$799

Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $200 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (99/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (54/100 vs 35/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 73/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.