Motorola Edge 2026 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Edge 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7450, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $600 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 979,808); the Motorola Edge 2026 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 2026
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Edge 2026 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $820
- Better portability (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 979808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2939
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 2026 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 2026 — 44/100, 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 Motorola Edge 2026 (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 2026 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7450 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 979808 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 2026
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 2026
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 2026 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Edge 2026 by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Motorola Edge 2026 was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 (84/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2026 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 2026 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Edge 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 2026 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 2026 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.