Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 74/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5060); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 65.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (85/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.