Vivo X500 Pro vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $970 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 44/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Vivo Y21
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $970
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 46 points higher (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo Y21 by 849.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $792. Vivo Y21 was $792 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (81/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 46 points (90/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.