Vivo X500 Pro vs ZTE Blade A33S
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Blade A33S (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 25/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A33S doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
ZTE Blade A33S
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A33S better?
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the ZTE Blade A33S, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 65 points higher (90/100 vs 25/100). 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 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (63/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | ZTE Blade A33S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP52 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 160.0×78.0×10.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A33S
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A33S
- 6.3" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade A33S
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A33S
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (94/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (81/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (63/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S by 65 points (90/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the ZTE Blade A33S — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the ZTE Blade A33S?
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.