Vivo V21s vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo V21s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 800U, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 47/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 562,447); the Vivo V21s is noticeably lighter (176g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V21s
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo V21s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 192g
- Better portability (81/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 562447
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V21s vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 43 points higher (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (81/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V21s | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 800U | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 562447 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 752 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2404 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 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 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×73.9×7.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V21s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V21s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V21s
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V21s and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo V21s by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V21s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo V21s (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s (81/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (81/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V21s by 43 points (90/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V21s and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo V21s has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V21s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V21s over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.