Vivo V21e vs Vivo X500
The Vivo V21e (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 517,460); the Vivo V21e is noticeably lighter (171g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V21e
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo V21e better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 211g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V21e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (96/100 vs 41/100). 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 V21e (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (84/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V21e | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 44 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 430 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V21e
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V21e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V21e
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V21e and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo V21e by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V21e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (96/100 vs 41/100).
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 V21e (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (84/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V21e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V21e and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V21e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V21e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V21e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V21e 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.