Google Pixel vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Google Pixel (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $649 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 25/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 2770); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel is noticeably lighter (143g vs 216g).
Google Pixel
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 143g vs 216g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 2770 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $649
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 57 points higher (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (95/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (65/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2770 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.8×69.5×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 143 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $499 |
Google Pixel
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel
- 2770 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Google Pixel by 91.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Vivo iQOO 15T was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (95/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (99/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (65/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 57 points (82/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Google Pixel is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.