Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $429 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 52/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $970
- Better portability (91/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 38 points higher (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (81/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (91/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 13145 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 71.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $541. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $541 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (100/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (81/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (91/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 38 points (90/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.