Motorola Moto G86 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $224 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-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 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, 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 G86 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 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/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Moto G86 by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $596. Motorola Moto G86 was $596 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (96/100 vs 55/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (84/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 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.