Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 50/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 820,210).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 820210
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 3012
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 194g vs 198g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Google Pixel 9 scores 19 points higher (69/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 820210 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1059 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 3012 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (73/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.