Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. 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 750,481); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 198g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, 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 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 108.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (73/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (75/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.