Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-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 1,805,187); the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1805187
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (96/100 vs 75/100). 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 Turbo (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1805187 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 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 | 163.7×76.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
- 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 Turbo
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo by 54.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (96/100 vs 75/100).
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 Turbo (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo (84/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.