Honor X80i vs Vivo X500
The Honor X80i (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6500 Elite, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Honor X80i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X80i
Vivo X500
What makes Honor X80i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X80i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Honor X80i (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X80i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6500 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Honor X80i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor X80i
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X80i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X80i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Honor X80i (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X80i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X80i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Honor X80i by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X80i and the Vivo X500?
The Honor X80i has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X80i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor X80i 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.