Motorola Moto G17 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $142 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 358,608); the Motorola Moto G17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G17
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Moto G17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $142 vs $820
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G17 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G17 — 60/100, 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 Moto G17 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G17 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $142 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G17
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G17
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G17
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G17 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Moto G17 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $678. Motorola Moto G17 was $678 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G17 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Moto G17 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G17 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.