Vivo iQOO Z8 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO Z8 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,240,821).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z8
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO Z8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 211g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1240821
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z8 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1240821 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCDIPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 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 | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.8×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z8
- 6.6" LCDIPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo iQOO Z8 by 68.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z8 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z8 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z8 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO Z8 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.