Google Pixel 7a vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,126,520); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 7a by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (84/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 7a 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.