Vivo T3 Ultra vs Vivo X500

The Vivo T3 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,870,185); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T3 Ultra doesn't; the Vivo T3 Ultra is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo T3 Ultra

Performance 75
Display 84
Camera 44
Battery 62
Portability 68
Value for money —

Vivo X500

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

What makes Vivo T3 Ultra better?

  • Lighter: 192g vs 211g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1870185
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1917
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4509
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo T3 Ultra vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).

Vivo T3 Ultra: The Vivo T3 Ultra 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 T3 Ultra Vivo X500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 1870185 3930719
Geekbench Single 1917 3302
Geekbench Multi 4509 10240
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1260x2750
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 80W 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 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 4000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.2×74.9×7.6 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 211 g
Launch price — $820

Camera comparison

Vivo T3 Ultra

  • 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 T3 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Vivo X500

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

Battery and charging

Vivo T3 Ultra

  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
62
battery

Vivo X500

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

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo T3 Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo T3 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9200+
66/100
1870185 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +52.4%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Vivo T3 Ultra by 52.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo T3 Ultra

Price unknown

Vivo X500

$820

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (96/100 vs 75/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (87/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (84/100 vs 62/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo T3 Ultra or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo T3 Ultra and the Vivo X500?

The Vivo T3 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo T3 Ultra or the Vivo X500?

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

Which is more powerful: the Vivo T3 Ultra or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Vivo T3 Ultra over the Vivo X500?

The Vivo T3 Ultra 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.