Vivo S20 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 78/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,348,248); the Vivo S20 Pro is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S20 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S20 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 11 points higher (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S20 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2348248 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S20 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S20 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S20 Pro by 40.3% 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Vivo S20 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S20 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S20 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.