Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone SE (2024) better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 3302
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 8638
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE (2024) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Apple iPhone SE (2024) are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (87/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE (2024) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
- —
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE (2024) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 49.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone SE (2024)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Apple iPhone SE (2024) are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) (87/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE (2024) by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE (2024) and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE (2024) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE (2024) over the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone SE (2024) is a better fit for gamers and power 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.