Vivo iQOO Z7i vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z7i (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-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 530,583); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z7i
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7i better?
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- 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 Z7i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 42/100). 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 Z7i (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7i and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z7i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 530583 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2032 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.6×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7i
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z7i
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z7i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z7i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z7i by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z7i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7i and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z7i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7i by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z7i and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z7i has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z7i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z7i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z7i 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.