vivo X100 vs vivo X500: Which One Should You Buy?

vivo X500 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Vivo · 2023

vivo X100

vivo X100
88/ 100
Launch price$699
Vivo · 2026

vivo X500

vivo X500
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

vivo X500 wins 5 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

vivo X100
vivo X100
0 wins
vivo X500
vivo X500
5 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
vivo X100vivo X500
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsvivo X500
    91
    96
  • Camerafrom specsvivo X500
    82
    93
  • VideoNot enough data
  • Selfievivo X500
    88
    100
  • Batteryfrom specsvivo X500
    77
    97
  • Displayfrom specsvivo X500
    88
    94
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • vivo X500 has the bigger battery7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • vivo X100 charges faster120W vs 90W
  • vivo X500 has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • vivo X100 has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.59"
  • vivo X100 is lighter202 g vs 211 g
  • vivo X500 has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 32 MP
  • vivo X500 has the faster chipMediaTek Dimensity 9600M vs MediaTek Dimensity 9300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy vivo X100
  • ✓9 g lighter (202 g vs 211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.78" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy vivo X500
  • ✓Bigger 7,500 mAh battery (+2,500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.59" display at 144 Hz

Full specifications

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Specificationvivo X100vivo X500
1. Display & Screen🏆 vivo X500 Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.78"6.59"
Resolution & Density2800x1260 (450 ppi)2750x1260
Refresh Rate120 Hz144 Hz
Brightness3,000 nits peak4,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 vivo X500 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 9300 (4nm)MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsImmortalis-G720 MC12Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 17
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256/512/1024 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 vivo X500 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.57, OIS, Samsung GN950 MP, OIS
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.57, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/250 MP
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/2.4550 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 vivo X100 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions164 x 75.2 x 8.5 mm157 x 75 x 8.2 mm
Weight202 g211 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68/IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 vivo X500 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast charging90W
Wireless Charging50W wireless charging40W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.4Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$699Price on request
Our verdict

vivo X500 wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

The vivo X500 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The vivo X100 is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (120W vs 90W).

Buy vivo X100 if you want

Faster wired charging: 120W vs 90W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy vivo X500 if you want

Larger battery: 7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh · Smoother display: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: vivo X100 or vivo X500?

The vivo X500 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The vivo X100 is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (120W vs 90W). BeastScore: vivo X100 88.0/100, vivo X500 89.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between vivo X100 and vivo X500?

vivo X100 has a 6.78-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. vivo X500 has a 6.59-inch display and 7500 mAh battery.

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