Vivo V20 SE vs Vivo X500
The Vivo V20 SE (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 329,457); the Vivo V20 SE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V20 SE
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo V20 SE better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 211g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V20 SE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (96/100 vs 24/100). 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 V20 SE (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V20 SE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, Funtouch 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.1×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V20 SE
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V20 SE
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V20 SE
- 4100 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V20 SE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo V20 SE by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V20 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (96/100 vs 24/100).
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 V20 SE (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (84/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V20 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V20 SE and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V20 SE has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V20 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V20 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V20 SE 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.