Vivo X500 vs ZTE Blade A33S
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Blade A33S (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A33S doesn't; the Vivo X500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 10.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Blade A33S
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Lighter: 211g vs 216g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A33S better?
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Blade A33S, the Vivo X500 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (50/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Blade A33S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP52 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 160.0×78.0×10.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A33S
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A33S
- 6.3" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade A33S
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A33S
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (94/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S (50/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A33S by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade A33S — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Blade A33S?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.