OnePlus 9 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $969 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,185,805).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $969 vs $970
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 197g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 57/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100, 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 OnePlus 9 Pro (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. OnePlus 9 Pro was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (100/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (87/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (81/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 Pro 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.