Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 58/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,027,925).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Overall rating 58/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 192g vs 194g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 32 points higher (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (81/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 32 points (90/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.