Vivo iQOO 9 Global vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO 9 Global (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 59/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4350); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,208,784).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 9 Global
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO 9 Global better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 200g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1208784
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1605
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3996
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4350 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 9 Global vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 30 points higher (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Global is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 9 Global | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1208784 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1605 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3996 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2376 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4350 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×75.1×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 9 Global
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 9 Global
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 9 Global
- 4350 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 9 Global and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO 9 Global by 69.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO 9 Global
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (96/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 9 Global is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 9 Global or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 9 Global by 30 points (89/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 9 Global and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 9 Global has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 9 Global or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 9 Global or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 9 Global over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 9 Global 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.