Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $499 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $840
- Better portability (58/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (58/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Google Pixel 9a by 76.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $341. Google Pixel 9a was $341 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (58/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.