Vivo iQOO vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo iQOO (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 44/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 824,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 46 points higher (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); Funtouch 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.7×75.2×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo iQOO by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (100/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (87/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (81/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO by 46 points (90/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.