Vivo X500 Pro vs Vivo Y21G
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Vivo Y21G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 29/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 317,084); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Vivo Y21G
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 317084
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 417
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1345
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y21G better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 192g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Vivo Y21G, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 61 points higher (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21G is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo Y21G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Helio G70 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 317084 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 417 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 1345 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 164.3×76.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y21G
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y21G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo Y21G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo Y21G by 1482.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y21G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (100/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21G is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21G?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21G by 61 points (90/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo Y21G?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo Y21G — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21G?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y21G?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Vivo Y21G?
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.