Oppo Reno9 Pro vs Vivo Y500

The Oppo Reno9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 33/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4500); the Oppo Reno9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably lighter (174g vs 210g).

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Oppo Reno9 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 35
Design 82
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Oppo Reno9 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 174g vs 210g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (82/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno9 Pro vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 3 points higher (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (82/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo Reno9 Pro: The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno9 Pro Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2412 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 67W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, ColorOS 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 161.5×73.6×8.0 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 174 g 210 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno9 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno9 Pro
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Price unknown
Vivo Y500
$345
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (61/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (82/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno9 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno9 Pro or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Oppo Reno9 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno9 Pro and the Vivo Y500?

The Oppo Reno9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Should you choose the Oppo Reno9 Pro over the Vivo Y500?

The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.