Infinix Note 40S vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Note 40S (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Note 40S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 40S
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Note 40S better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 211g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 20W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 40S vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 40S notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 40S | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.6×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 40S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 40S
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 40S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 20W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 40S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (96/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 40S notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 40S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40S by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 40S and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Note 40S has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 40S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 40S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 40S 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.