Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $499 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 66/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,321,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $970
- Overall rating 66/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W 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 (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 24 points higher (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, 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 9a (100/100 vs 71/100). 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-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 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Google Pixel 9a by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $471. Google Pixel 9a was $471 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (100/100 vs 71/100).
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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 24 points (90/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9a 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.