Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 73/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,439,634).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Overall rating 73/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2439634
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (85/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2439634 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by 49.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (85/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.