Vivo V29 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo V29 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,117,927); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V29 Pro doesn't; the Vivo V29 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V29 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo V29 Pro better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1117927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V29 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (96/100 vs 63/100). 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 V29 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V29 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1117927 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V29 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V29 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V29 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V29 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo V29 Pro by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V29 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (96/100 vs 63/100).
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 V29 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V29 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V29 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V29 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V29 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V29 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V29 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo V29 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.