Oppo Reno8 5G vs Vivo Y500

The Oppo Reno8 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 30/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 4500); the Oppo Reno8 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Oppo Reno8 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 210g).

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Oppo Reno8 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo Reno8 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 51
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 55
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Oppo Reno8 5G better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 210g

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Oppo Reno8 5G vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 6 points higher (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno8 5G leads (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno8 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno8 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (86/100 vs 55/100).

Oppo Reno8 5G: The Oppo Reno8 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Oppo Reno8 5G Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2800
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 80W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 112
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 160.6×73.4×7.7 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 179 g 210 g
Price $345
Camera comparison
Oppo Reno8 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
51
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Oppo Reno8 5G
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Oppo Reno8 5G
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Oppo Reno8 5G
Price unknown
Vivo Y500
$345
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno8 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (51/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (61/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno8 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (76/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno8 5G (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo Reno8 5G or the Vivo Y500?

The Vivo Y500 edges out the Oppo Reno8 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Oppo Reno8 5G and the Vivo Y500?

The Oppo Reno8 5G has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Oppo Reno8 5G or the Vivo Y500?

The Oppo Reno8 5G leads on camera score (51/100 vs 34/100).

Should you choose the Oppo Reno8 5G over the Vivo Y500?

The Oppo Reno8 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.