Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,027,925); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (96/100 vs 59/100). 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 Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 73.8% 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (96/100 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (84/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.