Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 32/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 594,285).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Overall rating 32/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 60 points higher (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (85/100 vs 15/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $720 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (85/100 vs 15/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 60 points (92/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.