Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $999 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 72/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,606,238).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Overall rating 72/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 18 points higher (90/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 Pro was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (100/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.