ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Vivo X500
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $699 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,684,922); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $820
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 57.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $121. ASUS Zenfone 10 was $121 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (84/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Vivo X500?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 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.