Infinix Hot 20 Play vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Infinix Hot 20 Play (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 25/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 215,798); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 20 Play doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 20 Play
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Infinix Hot 20 Play better?
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 215798
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 198
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 868
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 20 Play vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 65 points higher (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (100/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 20 Play | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G37 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 215798 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 198 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 868 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 20 Play
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 20 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 20 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 20 Play and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Infinix Hot 20 Play by 95.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 20 Play
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (100/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 20 Play or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20 Play by 65 points (90/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 20 Play and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Infinix Hot 20 Play has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 20 Play or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 20 Play or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20 Play over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.