Vivo iQOO Z9x vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z9x (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-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 737,054); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z9x
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9x better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z9x vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9x is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z9x | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z9x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z9x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z9x and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z9x by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9x
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x (84/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9x is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z9x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9x by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z9x and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z9x has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z9x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z9x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z9x 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.