Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X300s
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $499 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 217g).
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 186g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $723
- Better portability (58/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 58/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (58/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $723 |
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Google Pixel 9a by 64.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $224. Google Pixel 9a was $224 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (94/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (58/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s 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 X300s?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X300s?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.