Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 13 Lite
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1; launch prices were $820 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 859,516); the Xiaomi 13 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 13 Lite
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Lite better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $820
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 13 Lite, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 13 Lite — 36/100; 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 13 Lite (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 13 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 859516 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1044 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 2785 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 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 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 13 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 13 Lite by 357.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Xiaomi 13 Lite was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 13 Lite — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 13 Lite?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.