Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 69/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 216g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 13 points higher (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 9 by 66.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.