Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X Fold6
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,321,069); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $1900
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (82/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Google Pixel 9a by 61.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1401. Google Pixel 9a was $1401 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (95/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (82/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.