Infinix Hot 20S vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Hot 20S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 493,222); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 20S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 20S
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Hot 20S better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 211g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 20S vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 20S | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.8×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 20S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 20S and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix Hot 20S by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 20S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 20S and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Hot 20S has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20S 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.