Motorola Moto S50 vs Vivo X500
The Motorola Moto S50 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. 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 4310); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto S50 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto S50
Vivo X500
What makes Motorola Moto S50 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 211g
- Better portability (75/100 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 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto S50 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 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto S50 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2670 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto S50
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto S50 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Motorola Moto S50 by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto S50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto S50 and the Vivo X500?
The Motorola Moto S50 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto S50 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.