Vivo S60 Vitality vs Vivo X500

The Vivo S60 Vitality (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $399 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,099,769); the Vivo S60 Vitality is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo S60 Vitality

Performance 60
Display 94
Camera 44
Battery 70
Portability 64
Value for money 54

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Vivo S60 Vitality better?

  • Lighter: 196g vs 211g
  • Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $820

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1099769
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1089
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3276
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7200 mAh

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 70/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S60 Vitality vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Vivo S60 Vitality — 54/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 Vitality is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).

Vivo S60 Vitality: The Vivo S60 Vitality is a better fit for active users.
Vivo X500: The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo S60 Vitality Vivo X500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 1099769 3930719
Geekbench Single 1089 3302
Geekbench Multi 3276 10240
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2750 1260x2750
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7200 mAh 7500 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 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP69 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 196 g 211 g
Launch price $399 $820

Camera comparison

Vivo S60 Vitality

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Vivo S60 Vitality

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Vivo S60 Vitality

  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
70
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo S60 Vitality and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo S60 Vitality MediaTek Dimensity 7500
63/100
1099769 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +72.0%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Vivo S60 Vitality by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo S60 Vitality

$399

Vivo X500

$820

Launch price difference: $421. Vivo S60 Vitality was $421 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality (96/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality (87/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 Vitality is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo S60 Vitality or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 Vitality by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo S60 Vitality and the Vivo X500?

The Vivo S60 Vitality has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S60 Vitality or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo S60 Vitality or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S60 Vitality over the Vivo X500?

The Vivo S60 Vitality 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.