ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro vs Vivo X500
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-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 1,208,784); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1208784
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1605
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3996
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 211g vs 238g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro (96/100 vs 66/100). 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 5s Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1208784 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1605 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3996 | 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 | — | 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 | 172.8×77.3×9.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro
- 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 5s Pro
- 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 5s Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro by 69.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro (96/100 vs 66/100).
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 5s Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro over the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s Pro 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.