Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Vivo Y500

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $1799 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 64/100 vs 56/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Vivo Y500 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 257g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 70
Display 78
Camera 64
Battery 42
Portability 52
Value for money 32
Vivo Y500
Performance
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 64
Portability 51
Value for money 52
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?

  • Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4650 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 21W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 210g vs 257g
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $1799

  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 8 points higher (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 32/100, 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 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Vivo Y500
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 1401321
Geekbench Single 1750
Geekbench Multi 4516
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2076x2152 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 21W 44W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IPX8 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 257 g 210 g
Launch price $1799 $345
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
42
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
Vivo Y500
$345

Launch price difference: $1454. Vivo Y500 was $1454 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (64/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (64/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo Y500?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Vivo Y500 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Vivo Y500?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Vivo Y500?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Vivo Y500?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.