Google Pixel XL vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Google Pixel XL (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $769 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 26/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3450); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,714,661 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel XL is noticeably lighter (168g vs 215g).
Google Pixel XL
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 168g vs 215g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3714661 vs 312361
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 390
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 792
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3450 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $769
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel XL vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 60 points higher (86/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel XL — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel XL | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 821 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 312361 | 3714661 | |
| Geekbench Single | 390 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 792 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2560 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3450 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×75.7×8.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $769 | $599 |
Google Pixel XL
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel XL
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x2560
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel XL
- 3450 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Google Pixel XL and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Google Pixel XL by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $170. Vivo iQOO 15 was $170 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (94/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel XL notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel XL by 60 points (86/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel XL and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel XL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel XL or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel XL over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Google Pixel XL is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.