Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 69/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 207g
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 15 points higher (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Google Pixel 9 by 50.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo iQOO 13 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.