Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-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 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 227g).
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 74/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| 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 / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 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 | 198 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $799 | $799 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 66.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra are nearly equal (75/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (52/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 84/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.