Sony Xperia XZ3 vs Vivo X500
The Sony Xperia XZ3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $899 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3330); 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 XZ3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ3
Vivo X500
What makes Sony Xperia XZ3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Overall rating 34/100
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 3330 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ3 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Sony Xperia XZ3 — 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 XZ3 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Sony Xperia XZ3 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ3 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.0" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x2880 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3330 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×73.0×9.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 6.0" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1440x2880
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ3
- 3330 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ3 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Sony Xperia XZ3 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo X500 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Sony Xperia XZ3 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ3 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ3 and the Vivo X500?
The Sony Xperia XZ3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ3 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.