Google Pixel 6 vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $599 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 59/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4614); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 990,213).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $820
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 21W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 30 points higher (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 — 32/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 990213 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4614 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 21W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 126 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 6 by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. Google Pixel 6 was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (96/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (87/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 by 30 points (89/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 6 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 6 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.