Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Vivo Y500

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $999 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 56/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 73
Display 88
Camera 80
Battery 50
Portability 54
Value for money 56
Vivo Y500
Performance
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 64
Portability 51
Value for money 52
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 210g

  • Better camera (80/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 37W
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 16 points higher (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro — 56/100, 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Vivo Y500
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 37W 44W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 199 g 210 g
Launch price $999 $345
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
80
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
50
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
$999
Vivo Y500
$345

Launch price difference: $654. Vivo Y500 was $654 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (80/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.