Vivo S50 Pro mini vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 7/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).

The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 64 points (71/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S50 Pro mini
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 73
Design 61
Value for money 76
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 191g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (62/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S50 Pro mini vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 64 points higher (71/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (76/100 vs 55/100).

Vivo S50 Pro mini: The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo S50 Pro mini ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 3068952
Geekbench Single 2903
Geekbench Multi 9602
Display 6.3" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1216x2640 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 40W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 191 g 207 g
Price $485
Camera comparison
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
73
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo S50 Pro mini
$485
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (62/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (73/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (61/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (76/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 64 points (71/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (62/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S50 Pro mini over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.