Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 820,210); the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 820210
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3012
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 820210 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1059 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3012 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (84/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) 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.