Vivo X500 vs Vivo X90
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo X90 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4810); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,755,232); the Vivo X90 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo X90
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1755232
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1745
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4351
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4810 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X90 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo X90, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo X90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1755232 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1745 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 4351 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4810 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 164.1×74.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X90
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X90
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X90
- 4810 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo X90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo X90 by 123.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X90
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 (96/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 (87/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 (84/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo X90?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X90?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X90 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo X90?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo X90?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo X90?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X90 is a better fit for active users.