Vivo X500 vs ZTE Blade A32
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Blade A32 (2022) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 23/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A32 doesn't; the ZTE Blade A32 is noticeably lighter (110g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Blade A32
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A32 better?
- Lighter: 110g vs 211g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Blade A32, the Vivo X500 scores 66 points higher (89/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A32 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Blade A32 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.5" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 148.0×71.8×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 110 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A32
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A32
- 5.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade A32
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A32
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A32 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A32?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 by 66 points (89/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Blade A32?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade A32 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A32?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Blade A32?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.