OnePlus 9 Pro vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $969 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,185,805).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $969
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Vivo X500 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (96/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (87/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 9 Pro 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.