Google Pixel 5 vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 211g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 12W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 5 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (96/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (84/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.