Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs Vivo Y500

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 30/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 6 points higher (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 44W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 5000 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 210 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" 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
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Vivo Y500
$345
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (65/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (86/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

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

The Vivo Y500 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 27/100).

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

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