Vivo G2 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo G2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 35/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 530,583); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo G2 doesn't; the Vivo G2 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo G2
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo G2 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo G2 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 54 points higher (89/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo G2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo G2 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 530583 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2032 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 840 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.4×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo G2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo G2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo G2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo G2 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo G2 by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo G2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo G2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo G2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 by 54 points (89/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo G2 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo G2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo G2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo G2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Vivo G2 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.