Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y21
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $820 and $178. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y21
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $178 vs $820
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y21, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Vivo Y21 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $178 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y21
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y21 by 643.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $642. Vivo Y21 was $642 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y21 are nearly equal (50/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y21?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.