Infinix Note 50s vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Note 50s (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $230 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 50s doesn't; the Infinix Note 50s is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 50s
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Note 50s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 50s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). 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: Infinix Note 50s — 66/100, 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 Infinix Note 50s (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 50s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 50s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×74.5×7.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 50s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 50s
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 50s
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 50s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix Note 50s by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Infinix Note 50s was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 50s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 50s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 50s by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 50s and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Note 50s has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 50s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 50s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 50s 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.