Google Pixel 10a vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $449 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,422,477); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1422477
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 52/100, Vivo X500 — 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 10a by 63.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Google Pixel 10a was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (87/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.