Google Pixel 8a vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $499 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,433,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $970
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 52/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 8a by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $471. Google Pixel 8a was $471 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.