Honor X70i vs Vivo X500
The Honor X70i (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $220 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 668,462); the Honor X70i is noticeably lighter (178g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X70i
Vivo X500
What makes Honor X70i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $820
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X70i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Honor X70i — 62/100, 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 Honor X70i (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X70i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.6×7.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Honor X70i
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor X70i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X70i
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X70i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Honor X70i by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Honor X70i was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (96/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X70i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X70i and the Vivo X500?
The Honor X70i has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X70i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X70i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Honor X70i 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.