Vivo S50 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $390 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 72/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,794,400); the Vivo S50 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S50
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $820
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S50 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 17 points higher (89/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Vivo S50 — 74/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S50 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1794400 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 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 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $390 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S50 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S50 by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Vivo S50 was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (96/100 vs 75/100).
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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Vivo S50 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S50 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.