Google Pixel 5a 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 5a 5G (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 765G, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $449 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 38/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4680); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 597,974).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5a 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 5a 5G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $970
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4680 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5a 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 52 points higher (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Google Pixel 5a 5G — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Google Pixel 5a 5G are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5a 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4680 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.2×73.2×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5a 5G
- 4680 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5a 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 5a 5G by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $521. Google Pixel 5a 5G was $521 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (100/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (94/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G (81/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Google Pixel 5a 5G are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5a 5G by 52 points (90/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5a 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5a 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5a 5G over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.