Vivo S60e vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S60e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $400 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-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 S60e is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S60e
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S60e better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 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 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S60e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). 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). Value score: Vivo S60e — 58/100, 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 S60e (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 S60e (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo S60e are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S60e | 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 | — | 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/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 | $400 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S60e
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S60e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S60e
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S60e and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S60e by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Vivo S60e was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (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 S60e (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo S60e are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S60e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S60e and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S60e has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S60e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S60e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S60e over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.