Google Pixel 8 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4575); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,443,431).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 18W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (85/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | — | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 8 by 70.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (85/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.