Vivo X Fold6 vs Vivo X500
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1900 and $820. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,760,662); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10240
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better portability (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3760662
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1900
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X Fold6 and the Vivo X500 received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 86/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 10240 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X Fold6 by 4.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1080. Vivo X500 was $1080 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Vivo X500?
Both devices scored 89/100. They are identical on performance — 96/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Vivo X Fold6 (100/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.