Vivo S17 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S17 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 820,210); the Vivo S17 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S17
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S17 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 820210
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3012
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S17 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S17 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 820210 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1059 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3012 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S17
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S17
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S17
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S17 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S17 by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S17
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S17 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S17 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S17 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.