ASUS Zenfone 8 vs Vivo X500
The ASUS Zenfone 8 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $599 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,135,878); the ASUS Zenfone 8 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 8
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS Zenfone 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 169g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
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 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 29/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 8 — 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 Zenfone 8 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 116 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ZenUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×68.5×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 8
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ASUS Zenfone 8 by 71.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. ASUS Zenfone 8 was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (87/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 (84/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 8 by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 8 and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS Zenfone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 8 over the Vivo X500?
The ASUS Zenfone 8 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.