Vivo S15e vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S15e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo S15e is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S15e
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S15e better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S15e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S15e (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo S15e are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S15e | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2404 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×73.6×10.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S15e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S15e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S15e
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S15e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S15e (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo S15e are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S15e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S15e and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S15e has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S15e 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.