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; estimated prices are $799 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 50/100 (a 25-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 (3,815,522 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 216g).
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 198g vs 216g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 63/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 30/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 25 points higher (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (74/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9553 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $799 | $499 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
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
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel 9 by 59.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Vivo iQOO 15T is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (82/100 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 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (74/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (52/100 vs 30/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 25 points (75/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.
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 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.