Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y400
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y400 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $820 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y400
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y400 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y400, the Vivo X500 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Vivo Y400 — 58/100; 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 Y400 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y400 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y400 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.3×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y400
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y400
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y400
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y400, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y400 by 591.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Vivo Y400 was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (84/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y400 is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y400?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y400?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y400 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y400?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y400?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y400?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.