Vivo S20 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo S20 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 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 61/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,027,925).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S20
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo S20 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 192g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S20 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 29 points higher (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (100/100 vs 59/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S20 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 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 | 8GB / 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 | 160.4×74.2×7.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S20
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S20
- 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
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S20 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo S20 by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S20
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (100/100 vs 59/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S20 by 29 points (90/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S20 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S20 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S20 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.