Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs Vivo Y500

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $590 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 56/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 6500).

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 24 points (80/100 vs 56/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Performance 78
Display 93
Camera 81
Battery 76
Portability
Value for money 74
Vivo Y500
Performance
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 64
Portability 51
Value for money 52
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (76/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (93/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 6500 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $590

  • Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs the Vivo Y500, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 24 points higher (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 74/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 2366913
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 1260x2800
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 90W 44W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 210 g
Launch price $590 $345
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
93
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 15W
76
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
$590
Vivo Y500
$345

Launch price difference: $245. Vivo Y500 was $245 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (81/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Vivo Y500?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 24 points (80/100 vs 56/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Vivo Y500?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Vivo Y500?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ over the Vivo Y500?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.