Infinix Smart 20 vs Vivo X500
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $149 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 20
Vivo X500
What makes Infinix Smart 20 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 40/100, 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 Smart 20 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 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 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Infinix Smart 20 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $671. Infinix Smart 20 was $671 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Vivo X500?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 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.