Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $820 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 783,606); the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is noticeably lighter (158g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4250 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 158g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $820
- Better portability (96/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, the Vivo X500 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 34/100; 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 Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (96/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 158 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 4250 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 401.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (96/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.