Vivo S21 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo S21 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 79/100 (a 11-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 S21 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?
- Overall rating 79/100
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
- 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 S21 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 11 points higher (90/100 vs 79/100). 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 S21 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 S21 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S21 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 | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S21 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 S21 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 S21 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S21 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo S21 Pro by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S21 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S21 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 S21 Pro (81/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo S21 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S21 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S21 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 S21 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S21 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo S21 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.