Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $429 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $820
- Better portability (91/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 7500 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 (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100, Vivo X500 — 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (91/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 10240 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $391. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $391 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (94/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (91/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.