Vivo iQOO Z7 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, 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 750,481); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 211g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z7 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 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (77/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z7 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z7 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z7 by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (96/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (77/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7 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.