OnePlus 9 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OnePlus 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $729 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 60/100 (a 30-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 1,157,244).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OnePlus 9 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $970
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1157244
- 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
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 30 points higher (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 — 34/100, 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 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1157244 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 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) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.2×8.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OnePlus 9 by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $241. OnePlus 9 was $241 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 by 30 points (90/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus 9 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.