Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro (2022) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $999 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 68/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3200); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,626,008).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 14 Pro better?
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 22 points higher (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 Pro — 46/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (100/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1179x2556 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 26.4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1179x2556
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- 3200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 14 Pro by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 Pro was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (100/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (81/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.