Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $999 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5050); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,367,231).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 8 Pro better?
- Overall rating 72/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1367231
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4500
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Lighter: 211g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 54/100, 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1367231 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4500 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 153 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.