Lava Blaze Curve vs Vivo X500
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 806,012); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
Vivo X500
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Curve | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Lava Blaze Curve by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Blaze Curve
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (96/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Vivo X500?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve 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.