Infinix S5 vs Vivo X500
The Infinix S5 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 23/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 177,554); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 doesn't; the Infinix S5 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix S5 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 211g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 66 points higher (89/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (94/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix S5 by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix S5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (94/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (87/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 by 66 points (89/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix S5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 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.