ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix vs Vivo X500
The ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 978,910); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Lighter: 211g vs 240g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 978910 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 / ROG UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×9.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 3 Strix 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.