Vivo Y500 Pro vs Vivo Y500i
The Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $220 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 45/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo Y500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 568,395); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y500 Pro
Vivo Y500i
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2115
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $220
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo Y500 Pro vs the Vivo Y500i, the Vivo Y500 Pro scores 18 points higher (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (82/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100, Vivo Y500i — 56/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (82/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (60/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo Y500 Pro | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo Y500 Pro and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo Y500 Pro leads Vivo Y500i by 67.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Vivo Y500i was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (82/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (60/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y500 Pro or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500i — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo Y500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y500 Pro or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y500 Pro or the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on performance (57/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo Y500 Pro over the Vivo Y500i?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.