Sony Xperia XZ1 vs Vivo X500
The Sony Xperia XZ1 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 29/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 438,016); the Sony Xperia XZ1 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ1
Vivo X500
What makes Sony Xperia XZ1 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 211g
- Better portability (90/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ1 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 60 points higher (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 33/100). 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 XZ1 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (90/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ1 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 7500 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 | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×73.4×7.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ1
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ1
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ1
- 2700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ1 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Sony Xperia XZ1 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia XZ1
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (96/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (90/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 by 60 points (89/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ1 and the Vivo X500?
The Sony Xperia XZ1 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ1 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.