Vivo iQOO U5e vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO U5e (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-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 515,647); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO U5e doesn't; the Vivo iQOO U5e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO U5e
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO U5e better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO U5e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). 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 iQOO U5e (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5e is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO U5e | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO U5e
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO U5e
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO U5e
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO U5e and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO U5e by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO U5e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5e is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO U5e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5e by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO U5e and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO U5e has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO U5e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO U5e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO U5e 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.