Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3300); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer is noticeably lighter (173g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 20W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 211g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 376.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer (84/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.