Vivo S18e vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 53/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 971,424).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S18e
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo S18e better?
- Better portability (66/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 193g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 37 points higher (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 971424 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1167 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2577 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S18e and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo S18e by 80.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S18e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 37 points (90/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.