Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y500s
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y500s (2026) 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 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y500s
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 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500s better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y500s, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Vivo Y500s — 44/100; 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 Y500s (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y500s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7200 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y500s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500s
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y500s
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y500s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y500s by 591.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Vivo Y500s was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500s (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500s by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y500s — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y500s?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.