Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 59/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,010,069); the Vivo X500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 10.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4650 mAh
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 59/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5, the Vivo X500 scores 30 points higher (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (50/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 by 289.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (50/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 by 30 points (89/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users.