Vivo V23 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo V23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 960,724); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo V23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo V23 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 211g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 960724 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1143 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3353 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2376 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 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 | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo V23 Pro by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro (84/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 Pro by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V23 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 Pro 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.