Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1799 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,401,321); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 7500 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: 211g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, 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 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 10240 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 64.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Vivo X500 was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.