Vivo X500 vs ZTE Blade V50
Comparing the Vivo X500 (2026) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Blade V50
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 211g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Vivo X500 scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Blade V50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Blade V50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Blade V50
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Blade V50?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Blade V50?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.