Vivo iQOO Neo9 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Neo9 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,819,685); the Vivo iQOO Neo9 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo9
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1819685
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5160 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1819685 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo9
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Neo9 by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo9
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 (84/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo9 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo9 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9 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.