Motorola Edge 70 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Edge 70 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $399 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,368,100); the Motorola Edge 70 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Edge 70 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $820
- Better portability (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1368100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 — 62/100, 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 70 (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1368100 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×74.0×6.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Edge 70 by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $421. Motorola Edge 70 was $421 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (96/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (87/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Edge 70 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 over the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Edge 70 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.