Vivo X200 Ultra vs Vivo X500
The Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $889 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,092,340); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X200 Ultra
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Better camera (93/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3092340
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 10095
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $889
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X200 Ultra vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Vivo X200 Ultra — 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, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X200 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (50/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X200 Ultra | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3092340 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10095 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 167 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $889 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X200 Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X200 Ultra by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Vivo X500 was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X200 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (50/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X200 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Vivo X200 Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X200 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X200 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X200 Ultra over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X200 Ultra 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.