Honor 9 Lite vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $200 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 15/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Better portability (88/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 75 points higher (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (100/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (88/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Honor 9 Lite was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (100/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (88/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 75 points (90/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.