OnePlus 13T vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $650 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6260); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,173,674); the OnePlus 13T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13T
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $820
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3173674
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6260 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13T vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 65/100). Value score: OnePlus 13T — 62/100, 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). 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 OnePlus 13T (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13T | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3173674 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6260 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $650 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13T and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus 13T by 19.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. OnePlus 13T was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
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 OnePlus 13T (87/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13T (84/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the OnePlus 13T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13T and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 13T has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13T over the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.