Vivo S15 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S15 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-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 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S15
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S15 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S15 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S15 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.3×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S15
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S15
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S15
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S15 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S15 by 74.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S15
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S15 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S15 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S15 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S15 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.