Vivo X500 Pro vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 38/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 515,647); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 52 points higher (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 40/100). 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 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (81/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 168.0×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 872.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (81/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (63/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 52 points (90/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
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.