Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $999 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,606,238).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1606238
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5100
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 54/100, 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 (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1606238 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1880 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5100 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 59.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (96/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.