Vivo V23 5G vs Vivo X500
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 750,481); the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 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 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo V23 5G by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (96/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (84/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G 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.