Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact vs Vivo X500 Pro

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 438,016); the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is noticeably lighter (140g vs 192g).

The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

Performance 33
Display 36
Camera 13
Battery 12
Portability 69
Value for money —

Vivo X500 Pro

Performance 100
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 81
Portability 63
Value for money 92

What makes Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact better?

  • Lighter: 140g vs 192g

  • Better portability (69/100 vs 63/100)

What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 6510 vs 2700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 36/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (94/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (87/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Vivo X500 Pro
Processor Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro
AnTuTu 438016 5016623
Geekbench Single 427 4188
Geekbench Multi 1500 13145
Display 4.6" IPS LCD 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1280 1216x2660
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 2700 mAh 6510 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 19 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 8.0 Android 17
Brightness (peak) — 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 129.0×65.0×9.3 mm 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm
Weight 140 g 192 g
Launch price — $970

Camera comparison

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

  • Main: 19MP f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera

Vivo X500 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

  • 4.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1280
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
36
display

Vivo X500 Pro

  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2660
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

  • 2700 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery

Vivo X500 Pro

  • 6510 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
81
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Snapdragon 835
26/100
438016 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro
90/100 +91.3%
5016623 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 Pro leads Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact

Price unknown

Vivo X500 Pro

$970

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (100/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (94/100 vs 36/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (87/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (81/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact or the Vivo X500 Pro?

The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact and the Vivo X500 Pro?

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.

Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact or the Vivo X500 Pro?

The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact or the Vivo X500 Pro?

The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact 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.