Vivo iQOO vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 824,513); the Vivo iQOO is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.7×75.2×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO by 79.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (87/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO (84/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 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.