Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1099 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5060); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 23W
- Lighter: 211g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1099
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 58/100, 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 XL (96/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| 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 | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 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 XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 57.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Vivo X500 was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (96/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL 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.