Vivo X200s vs Vivo X500
The Vivo X200s (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $600 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,830,117).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X200s
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo X200s better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2830117
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X200s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Vivo X200s — 78/100, 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X200s is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X200s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2830117 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 5 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×74.3×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X200s
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X200s
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X200s
- 6200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X200s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X200s by 28.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Vivo X200s was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X200s is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X200s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Vivo X200s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X200s and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X200s has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X200s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X200s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X200s over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X200s is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.