Vivo iQOO Z9s vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z9s (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-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 879,714); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9s doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9s is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9s
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9s better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9s
- 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
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z9s by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9s by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9s and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9s has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9s 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.