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vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.77 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

7.9

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 84% of smartphones
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 84% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £210

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

7.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

7.9

Overall score

40%

9.4

Price

8.4
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300
â–² Better than 59% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor which is faster than processors in 58.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15 (OriginOS 5)
Android version
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
â–² Better than 71% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (dual stand-by)
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.77 inches
Screen size
6.77 inches
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.77 inches which is larger than the screens of 70.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2392 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2392 px
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2392 px which is lower than that of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
388 ppi
Pixel density
388 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 388 ppi which is lower than that of 67.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
8,200 mAh
Battery capacity
8,200 mAh
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 8,200 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 93.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
90 W
Charging speed
90 W
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 90 W which is faster than in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 3.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.1 mm
Height
163.1 mm
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.1 mm which is shorter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.9 mm
Width
75.9 mm
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.9 mm which is narrower than 50.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
213 g
Weight
213 g
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 213 g which is heavier than 76.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,800 cm³
Device volume
97,800 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 64% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,200 mAh
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (8200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    8,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    5,000 nits
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    90 W
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,300 nits
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 14.1% better value for money
    vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.37 vs 7.3).
    8.37 vs 7.34
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2x more L1
    L1 cache
    64 KB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <32 KB – >192 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.5 GHz
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    BlueLM, AI Transcript Assist, Jovi, AI-powered network switching
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    Fast boot
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    Android version
    Android 15
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    RGB LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    The value of f/2 is confirmed by multiple sources
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports optical tracking
    Optical tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    Motion tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    5,000 nits
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,300 nits
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Diamond Shield Glass
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Diamond Shield Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Diamond Shield Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 0.1 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.77 inches
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.77 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    2000000:1
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 64% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,200 mAh
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (8200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    8,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    90 W
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    6,200 million
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k million
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 66.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    414
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (414 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    414 vs 1,226
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 7300
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    Number of transistors
    6,200 million
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k million
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 66.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    414
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (414 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    414 vs 1,226
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 7300
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 1.8% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    388 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (388 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    388 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2392 px
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2392 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2392 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 8.6% heavier
    Weight
    213 g
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (213 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    213 g vs 196.2 g

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01/09/2025
Summary of the review
Vivo Y500 to launch in China on September 1st with a massive battery
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What we like about vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB)

  • Exceptional 8,200mAh battery life that easily lasts over a day with heavy use
  • Extreme durability with IP68/IP69 ratings and SGS Five-Star Drop Resistance certification
  • High-quality 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with impressive peak brightness
  • Fast 90W charging and convenient reverse wired charging capabilities
  • Excellent value for the price, offering mid-range performance with a smooth OriginOS interface
  • Slim design (8.23mm) despite the massive battery capacity

What we don't like about vivo Y500 China (12GB + 256GB)

  • Lower-resolution 8MP front-facing selfie camera is considered a weak point by some users
  • Lack of wireless charging support
  • Absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Base model is limited to 128GB of non-expandable storage
  • Secondary 2MP rear camera (depth sensor) adds little practical value to photography
  • Occasional reports of slower Wi-Fi speeds or connectivity drops compared to flagships

Verdict

The vivo Y500 (China) is a specialized mid-range smartphone launched in late 2025 that distinguishes itself with an industry-leading 8,200mAh silicon-carbon battery paired with 90W wired flash charging. It features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a remarkable peak brightness of 5,000 nits, all housed in a body with a flagship-level IP69/IP68 rating for extreme water and dust resistance. The 12GB + 256GB variant is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset and runs on OriginOS 5 based on Android 15. Its primary camera system includes a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth lens, while an 8MP camera handles selfies. Main pros include its exceptional battery endurance, ultra-bright display, and high durability ratings; however, cons include a relatively basic camera setup compared to its peers, a lack of an ultrawide lens, and the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack.Would you like to compare these specs with the vivo Y500 Pro model or see the current pricing for the 512GB storage version?

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