Motorola Moto G17 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $142 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 42/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G17
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Motorola Moto G17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $142 vs $970
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G17 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 48 points higher (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G17 — 60/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G17 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $142 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G17
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G17
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G17
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G17 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Motorola Moto G17 by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $828. Motorola Moto G17 was $828 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 by 48 points (90/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G17 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Motorola Moto G17 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G17 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.