OnePlus 8 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OnePlus 8 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $699 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 50/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,003,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OnePlus 8 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $970
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1003562
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 40 points higher (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 — 14/100, 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 OnePlus 8 (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1003562 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×72.9×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OnePlus 8 by 80.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $271. OnePlus 8 was $271 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (81/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 40 points (90/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8 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.