Vivo T5x vs Vivo X500
The Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $225 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-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 953,150); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo T5x
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $820
- Overall rating 53/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo T5x vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Vivo T5x — 62/100, 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 T5x (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo T5x | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2344 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $225 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo T5x and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo T5x by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $595. Vivo T5x was $595 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo T5x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo T5x and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo T5x has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo T5x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo T5x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo T5x over the 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.