Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y18i
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y18i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y18i doesn't; the Vivo Y18i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y18i
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo Y18i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y18i, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18i is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y18i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Unisoc T612 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 360 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 1250 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 528 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×75.6×8.4 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 Y18i
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y18i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y18i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y18i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (94/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y18i is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y18i — 30/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.