Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y03
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y03 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 348,562); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y03 doesn't; the Vivo Y03 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y03
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo Y03 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y03, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y03 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.8×75.7×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y03
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y03
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y03
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y03, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y03 by 1027.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y03
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (94/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y03 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y03?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y03 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y03?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y03 — 37/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y03?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y03?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.