Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 66/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,321,069); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Ultra has the stronger camera (170 vs 128); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 230g).
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Lighter: 186g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $950
- Better portability (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 25 points higher (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $950 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9a by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $451. Google Pixel 9a was $451 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (99/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (96/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 25 points (91/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.