vivo X60t Pro+ vs Google Pixel 6 Pro: A Head-to-Head Flagship Battle

The vivo X60t Pro+ and Google Pixel 6 Pro represent distinct philosophies in the flagship Android space. The X60t Pro+ arrived as a performance-focused powerhouse, while the Pixel 6 Pro heralded Google’s in-house silicon ambitions with the Tensor chip. This comparison dissects their strengths and weaknesses to determine which device delivers the best overall experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For users prioritizing raw performance and fast charging, the vivo X60t Pro+ is the clear winner. However, the Google Pixel 6 Pro’s superior display brightness, unique software features, and wireless charging capabilities make it a compelling choice for those valuing a holistic user experience.

PHONES
Phone Names vivo X60t Pro+ Google Pixel 6 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 411, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - GLUOG, G8VOU
5G bands1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G8VOU
SpeedHSPA, LTE-A, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1x 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - GLUOG
Launch
Announced2021, June 282021, October 19
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, June 28Available. Released 2021, October 28
Body
BuildGlass front, eco leather back, aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Dimensions158.6 x 73.4 x 9.1 mm (6.24 x 2.89 x 0.36 in)163.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
SIMDual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)Nano-SIM + eSIM
Weight191 g (6.74 oz)210 g (7.41 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1080 x 2376 pixels (~398 ppi density)1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~512 ppi density)
Size6.56 inches, 104.6 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 110.6 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55Octa-core (2x2.80 GHz Cortex-X1 & 2x2.25 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)Google Tensor (5 nm)
GPUAdreno 660Mali-G78 MP20
OSAndroid 11, OriginOS 1.0Android 12, upgradable to Android 15, up to 5 major Android upgrades
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesZeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama
Quad50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom 48 MP, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, gimbal OIS, PDAF-
Single32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm11.1 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.22µm
Triple-50 MP, f/1.9, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/3.5, 104mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 4x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1.25µm
Video8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR, panorama
Single32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm11.1 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1.22µm
Video1080p@30fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jack-No
Loudspeaker YesYes, with stereo speakers
 32-bit/192kHz audio-
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, NavICGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, color spectrumFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 Virtual proximity sensingUltra Wideband (UWB) support
Battery
Charging55W wired23W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min 23W wireless Reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 4200 mAh, non-removableLi-Ion 5003 mAh
Misc
ColorsOrange, Emperor BlueCloudy White, Sorta Sunny, Stormy Black
ModelsV2056AGLUOG, G8VOU, GF5KQ
PriceAbout 650 EUR€ 199.99 / $ 204.99 / £ 275.00 / ₹ 29,699
SAR0.80 W/kg (head)     0.47 W/kg (body)     -
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 84h
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Performance- AnTuTu: 585485 (v8), 719815 (v9) GeekBench: 2831 (v5.1) GFXBench: 39 fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

vivo X60t Pro+

  • Faster 55W wired charging
  • Potentially superior raw gaming performance (Snapdragon 888)
  • Strong CPU performance with Cortex-X1 core

  • Lacks wireless charging
  • Limited camera information for detailed comparison
  • Software support may be less consistent than Pixel

Google Pixel 6 Pro

  • Brighter and more color-accurate display
  • Google’s Tensor chip excels in AI and image processing
  • Wireless and reverse wireless charging

  • Slower 23W wired charging
  • Potential for thermal throttling under sustained load
  • Tensor chip may not match Snapdragon 888 in raw gaming

Display Comparison

The Google Pixel 6 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 846 nits, compared to an unspecified peak brightness for the X60t Pro+. While the X60t Pro+ likely has a high-quality AMOLED panel, the Pixel 6 Pro’s higher brightness translates to better outdoor visibility. The Pixel 6 Pro’s ‘infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a superior black level, enhancing visual depth. Both devices likely employ high refresh rate panels, but the Pixel 6 Pro’s LTPO technology dynamically adjusts the refresh rate for improved power efficiency, a feature not confirmed for the X60t Pro+.

Camera Comparison

Detailed camera specs for the X60t Pro+ are unavailable, but its 'Pro+' designation suggests a high-end camera system. The Pixel 6 Pro’s camera is renowned for its computational photography prowess, powered by the Tensor chip’s image signal processor. While sensor sizes aren’t provided, the Pixel 6 Pro’s image processing excels in dynamic range and low-light performance. The X60t Pro+ likely relies more on hardware capabilities, while the Pixel 6 Pro leans heavily on software algorithms. The absence of detailed camera information for the X60t Pro+ makes a direct comparison challenging, but the Pixel 6 Pro’s consistent image quality and innovative features give it an edge.

Performance

Both phones utilize a 5nm process, but the chipsets differ significantly. The vivo X60t Pro+ features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, with a prime Cortex-X1 core clocked at 2.84 GHz. The Pixel 6 Pro employs Google’s Tensor chip, featuring a similar Cortex-X1 configuration at 2.80 GHz. While clock speeds are close, the Tensor chip prioritizes AI and machine learning tasks, impacting real-world performance differently. The Snapdragon 888 is known for its raw CPU and GPU power, making the X60t Pro+ a better choice for demanding games. However, the Tensor’s architecture may offer advantages in tasks like image processing and voice recognition. Both utilize LPDDR5 RAM, but the speed isn't specified, potentially impacting multitasking performance.

Battery Life

Both devices achieve an endurance rating of 84 hours, suggesting comparable battery life despite differing charging capabilities. The Pixel 6 Pro offers 23W wired charging with PD3.0, reaching 50% in 30 minutes, alongside 23W wireless and reverse wireless charging. The X60t Pro+ boasts significantly faster 55W wired charging, promising a quicker full charge. While the Pixel 6 Pro’s wireless charging adds convenience, the X60t Pro+’s faster wired charging is ideal for users who prioritize speed. The similar endurance ratings suggest that despite the charging speed difference, both phones offer all-day battery life under typical usage.

Buying Guide

Buy the vivo X60t Pro+ if you need uncompromising gaming performance, rapid 55W wired charging, and a phone that excels at demanding tasks. Buy the Google Pixel 6 Pro if you prefer a brighter, more color-accurate display, Google’s exclusive software features like Magic Eraser, and the convenience of wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Google Tensor chip in the Pixel 6 Pro overheat during extended gaming sessions?
The Google Tensor chip is known to run warmer than some competing processors, and some users have reported thermal throttling during prolonged gaming. While not a deal-breaker, it's a consideration for hardcore mobile gamers. The X60t Pro+'s Snapdragon 888, while also prone to heat, generally manages it more effectively.
❓ How does the 55W charging on the vivo X60t Pro+ compare to the Pixel 6 Pro's 23W charging in real-world use?
The X60t Pro+’s 55W charging significantly reduces charging time. A full charge takes approximately 35-40 minutes, while the Pixel 6 Pro requires around 1 hour and 30 minutes. This makes the X60t Pro+ ideal for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly.
❓ Is the image processing on the Pixel 6 Pro noticeably better than what the vivo X60t Pro+ can achieve?
The Pixel 6 Pro’s Tensor chip excels in computational photography, delivering superior dynamic range, detail, and low-light performance. Google’s software algorithms, like Magic Eraser, further enhance the image processing capabilities, offering features not typically found on other Android devices. Without detailed camera specs for the X60t Pro+, it's difficult to quantify the difference, but the Pixel 6 Pro generally produces more polished and consistent results.