ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL vs Vivo X500
The ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $899 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 6000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 859,084); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL better?
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 240g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL 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 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL — 16/100, 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 II ZS660KL (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 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 / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 / ROG UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×77.6×9.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL
- Main: 48MP 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 II ZS660KL
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo X500 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone II ZS660KL 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.