Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y36 5G
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y36 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-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 530,583); the Vivo Y36 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y36 5G
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Vivo Y36 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y36 5G, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y36 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 530583 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 724 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2032 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 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 | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y36 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y36 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y36 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y36 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y36 5G by 640.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y36 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y36 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.