Oppo A9 vs Vivo X500
The Oppo A9 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 28/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4020); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 303,398); the Oppo A9 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A9
Vivo X500
What makes Oppo A9 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 303398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4020 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 61 points higher (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (96/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 303398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4020 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×76.1×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A9
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo A9
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A9
- 4020 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Oppo A9 by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A9
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (96/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A9 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Oppo A9 by 61 points (89/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A9 and the Vivo X500?
The Oppo A9 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A9 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.