Vivo X500 vs ZTE Blade A52 Lite
Comparing the Vivo X500 (2026) and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 27/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite doesn't; the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A52 Lite better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Blade A52 Lite, the Vivo X500 scores 62 points higher (89/100 vs 27/100). 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 A52 Lite (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Blade A52 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A52 Lite
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display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A52 Lite by 62 points (89/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade A52 Lite — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade A52 Lite?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Blade A52 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.