Motorola Moto G96 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Motorola Moto G96 (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $219 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 5500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 798,429).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G96
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Motorola Moto G96 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $970
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G96 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 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G96 — 66/100, 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 G96 (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G96 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" pOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×73.3×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G96
- 6.7" pOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G96
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G96 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Motorola Moto G96 by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $751. Motorola Moto G96 was $751 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (100/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G96 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G96 by 35 points (90/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G96 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Motorola Moto G96 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G96 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G96 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.