Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 66/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,321,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Overall rating 66/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9a by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (85/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 26 points (92/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9a is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.