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; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 69/100 (a 20-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 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 (99/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 20 points higher (89/100 vs 69/100). 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 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 (99/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 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 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
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.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 20 points (89/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 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 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 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.