ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL vs Vivo X500
The ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon SiP 1, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL doesn't; the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL is noticeably lighter (165g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
Vivo X500
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 211g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon SiP 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2246 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 Oreo | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×76.2×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2246
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL (84/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL and the Vivo X500?
The ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max Plus (M2) ZB634KL 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.