OnePlus 8T vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus 8T (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $749 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 990,988); the OnePlus 8T is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8T
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus 8T better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 990988
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8T vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). 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 42/100). Value score: OnePlus 8T — 20/100, 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 8T (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8T | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 990988 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 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 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×74.1×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8T
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8T
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8T and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus 8T by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. OnePlus 8T was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8T and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus 8T has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8T 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.