ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs Vivo X500
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1299 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-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 1,135,878); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 211g vs 238g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1299
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate — 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 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (96/100 vs 64/100). 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 5 Ultimate (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 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 | 18GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 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 5 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 71.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $479. Vivo X500 was $479 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (96/100 vs 64/100).
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 5 Ultimate (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate over the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 Ultimate 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.