Vivo S17t vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S17t (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050, 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 1,029,484); the Vivo S17t is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S17t
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S17t better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1029484
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1146
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2336
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 56/100)
- 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 S17t 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 56/100). 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 S17t (96/100 vs 56/100). 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 S17t (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17t notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S17t | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1029484 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1146 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2336 | 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 | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 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 S17t
- 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 S17t
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S17t
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S17t and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S17t by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S17t
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (96/100 vs 56/100).
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 S17t (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17t notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S17t or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S17t and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S17t has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S17t or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S17t or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S17t 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.