Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 1,585,585).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Vivo iQOO 15
- Better camera (88/100 vs 78/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 1585585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Lighter: 215g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $599 vs $1099
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $599 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 57.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $500. Vivo iQOO 15 is cheaper by $500.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (94/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.