Vivo X500 Pro vs Vivo Y78
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Vivo Y78 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 644,203); the Vivo Y78 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Vivo Y78
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 644203
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 912
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2244
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y78 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 192g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Vivo Y78, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y78 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y78 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo Y78 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 644203 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 912 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 2244 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 177 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y78
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y78
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y78
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo Y78, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo Y78 by 678.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y78
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (100/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y78 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y78 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y78 by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo Y78 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y78?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Vivo Y78?
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.