Motorola Moto G23 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Moto G23 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-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 348,562); the Motorola Moto G23 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G23
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Moto G23 better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 211g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 6/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G23 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (87/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G23 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G23 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 54 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×74.7×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G23
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G23 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Moto G23 by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G23
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (87/100 vs 6/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 (84/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G23 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G23 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G23 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Moto G23 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 6/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G23 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.