Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $799 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 69/100 (a 21-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 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $970
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 21 points higher (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 (100/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 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 | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Google Pixel 9 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (100/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 21 points (90/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. 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.