ASUS Zenfone 9 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 9 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $699 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 57/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,640,834); the ASUS Zenfone 9 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 9
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 9 better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $970
- Better portability (66/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1640834
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 9 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 33 points higher (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 30/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 9 — 28/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 9 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1640834 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ZenUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $970 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 9 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads ASUS Zenfone 9 by 67.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $271. ASUS Zenfone 9 was $271 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (100/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 (81/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 9 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 9 by 33 points (90/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 9 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 9 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.