Google Pixel 8 vs Vivo Y500
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $699 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 56/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 8
Vivo Y500
- Lighter: 187g vs 210g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $699
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 8 scores 12 points higher (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 48/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $345 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $354. Vivo Y500 was $354 cheaper at launch.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (79/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (64/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.