Vivo S2 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7360 Turbo, 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 7050); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 925,409).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S2
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S2 better?
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 925409
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1025
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2882
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S2 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 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S2 (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 S2 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S2 (84/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S2 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7360 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 925409 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1025 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2882 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7050 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S2
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S2 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S2 by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S2 (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 S2 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S2 (84/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S2 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S2 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S2 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S2 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.