Vivo S20 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 78/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,348,248).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S20 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo S20 Pro better?
- Better portability (67/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 194g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S20 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 12 points higher (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S20 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2348248 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S20 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S20 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo S20 Pro by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S20 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo S20 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S20 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S20 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.