Motorola Moto G42 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Moto G42 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-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 424,216); the Motorola Moto G42 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G42
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Moto G42 better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 211g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G42 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G42 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G42 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×73.5×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G42
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G42 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Moto G42 by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G42
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G42 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G42 by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G42 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Moto G42 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G42 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.