Google Pixel 9 vs Vivo Y500i
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; estimated prices are $799 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 33/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 560,863); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Google Pixel 9
Vivo Y500i
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 560863
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2249
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 27W
- Cheaper: $180 vs $799
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 33/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Vivo Y500i, the Google Pixel 9 scores 17 points higher (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 560863 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2249 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7200 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $799 | $180 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Vivo Y500i by 178.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $619. Vivo Y500i is cheaper by $619.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (75/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (57/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (52/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500i — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Vivo Y500i?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo Y500i — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Vivo Y500i?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.