Sony Xperia XA1 vs Vivo X500
The Sony Xperia XA1 (2017) runs on the Helio P20, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 15/100 (a 74-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2300); the main camera is 23 MP vs 50 MP; the Sony Xperia XA1 is noticeably lighter (143g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XA1
Vivo X500
What makes Sony Xperia XA1 better?
- Lighter: 143g vs 211g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 186
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 798
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 23MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XA1 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 74 points higher (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XA1 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XA1 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio P20 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 186 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 798 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 23 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 145.0×67.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 143 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XA1
- Main: 23MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XA1
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XA1
- 2300 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia XA1
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (96/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (94/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XA1 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XA1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA1 by 74 points (89/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XA1 and the Vivo X500?
The Sony Xperia XA1 has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XA1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XA1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XA1 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.