Vivo X500 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 515,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 211g
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Vivo X500 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4120 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 168.0×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 662.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (84/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.