Vivo X500 Pro vs Vivo Y97
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Vivo Y97 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3315); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 314,537); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y97 doesn't; the Vivo Y97 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Vivo Y97
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3315 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y97 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Vivo Y97, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y97 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo Y97 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Helio P60 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 314537 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 341 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 779 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" S-IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1080x2280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 3315 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 155.9×75.6×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y97
- Main: 16MP f/2.0
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y97
- 6.3" S-IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y97
- 3315 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Vivo Y97, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo Y97 by 1494.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y97
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (100/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y97 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y97 by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo Y97 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y97?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Vivo Y97?
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.