Lava Blaze Duo vs Vivo X500
The Lava Blaze Duo (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $219 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-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 668,462); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Duo doesn't; the Lava Blaze Duo is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Duo
Vivo X500
What makes Lava Blaze Duo better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Duo vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Blaze Duo — 58/100, 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 Lava Blaze Duo (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Duo | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 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 | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.9×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- 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 Duo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Duo and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Lava Blaze Duo by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $601. Lava Blaze Duo was $601 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (96/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Duo and the Vivo X500?
The Lava Blaze Duo has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Duo 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.