Motorola Moto G87 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Motorola Moto G87 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $299 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 55/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 581,041).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G87
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Motorola Moto G87 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $970
- Better portability (76/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G87 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 35 points higher (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G87 — 48/100, 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 G87 (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G87 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G87 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 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 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×77.3×7.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G87
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G87
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G87
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G87 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Motorola Moto G87 by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $671. Motorola Moto G87 was $671 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 (100/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 (87/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G87 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G87 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G87 by 35 points (90/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G87 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Motorola Moto G87 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G87 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G87 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G87 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.