Google Pixel 10a vs Vivo Y500
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $449 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 64/100 vs 56/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 10a has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 10a
Vivo Y500
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 210g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $449
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 10a scores 8 points higher (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 60/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1400792 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $345 |
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $104. Vivo Y500 was $104 cheaper at launch.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (68/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (64/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 10a edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.