Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $799 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 69/100 (a 20-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 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $820
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 20 points higher (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, 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 (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 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 | 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 | 198 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 9 by 60.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Google Pixel 9 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 by 20 points (89/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.