Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1799 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 64/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,401,321); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Lighter: 192g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 26 points higher (90/100 vs 64/100). 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 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, 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 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 13145 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $829. Vivo X500 Pro was $829 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (81/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 26 points (90/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 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.