Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo Y500
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $799 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 56/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.
Google Pixel 9
Vivo Y500
- Lighter: 198g vs 210g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $799
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo Y500, the Google Pixel 9 scores 13 points higher (69/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (64/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 50/100, 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 Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 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 | 198 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $345 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $454. Vivo Y500 was $454 cheaper at launch.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (64/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo Y500?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.