Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (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 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,015,447); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1015447
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1015447 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 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 | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro
- 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 Z9s Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro by 74.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro (84/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9s Pro 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.