Google Pixel 9a vs Vivo X500
The Google Pixel 9a (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $499 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,321,069); the Google Pixel 9a is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9a
Vivo X500
What makes Google Pixel 9a better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $820
- Better portability (58/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1321069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1977
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4778
- Bigger battery: 7500 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 (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9a vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9a — 54/100, 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 9a (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9a | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1321069 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1977 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4778 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.7×73.3×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9a
- 6.3" P-OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9a and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Google Pixel 9a by 66.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $321. Google Pixel 9a was $321 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (96/100 vs 71/100).
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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9a is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9a by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9a and the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9a has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9a or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9a over the Vivo X500?
The Google Pixel 9a 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.