Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Vivo Y500 Pro

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 30/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo Y500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.

The Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500 Pro
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 49
Battery 67
Design 51
Value for money 95
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 199g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (49/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (67/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Vivo Y500 Pro scores 13 points higher (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500 Pro: The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Vivo Y500 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 MediaTek Dimensity 7400
AnTuTu 956756
Geekbench Single 1061
Geekbench Multi 3185
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 44W 90W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 1600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 188 g 199 g
Price $220
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y500 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/1.9
  • Front: 32MP
49
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo Y500 Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
67
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Vivo Y500 Pro
$220
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (49/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Vivo Y500 Pro?

The Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Vivo Y500 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) or the Vivo Y500 Pro?

The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) over the Vivo Y500 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.