OnePlus 8 vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus 8 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $699 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,003,562); the OnePlus 8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus 8 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $820
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1003562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 — 14/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1003562 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×72.9×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus 8 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $121. OnePlus 8 was $121 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (84/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8 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.