Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs Vivo X500
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $649 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 31/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2870); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 572,788); the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is noticeably lighter (168g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Vivo X500
What makes Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $820
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2870 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 58 points higher (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact — 0/100, 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 Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (87/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2870 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 | 5 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 | IP65/IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 135.0×65.0×12.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 2870 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (94/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (87/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 58 points (89/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact and the Vivo X500?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact 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.