Google Pixel 2 XL vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 2 XL (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 30/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3520); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 438,016).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 2 XL
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 2 XL better?
- Overall rating 30/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 11W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 2 XL vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 62 points higher (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (85/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 2 XL | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3520 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 11W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×76.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | — | |
| Launch price | $849 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 2 XL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 2 XL
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 2 XL
- 3520 mAh
- Wired: 11W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 2 XL and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 2 XL by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (100/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL (85/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 2 XL by 62 points (92/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 2 XL and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 2 XL has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 2 XL or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 2 XL over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.