Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro (2022) runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $999 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3200); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,626,008).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone 14 Pro better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 211g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1626008
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2631
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6602
- Bigger battery: 7500 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
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 Pro — 46/100, Vivo X500 — 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 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1626008 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2631 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6602 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1179x2556 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3200 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.5×71.5×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1179x2556
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
- 3200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone 14 Pro by 58.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (96/100 vs 79/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro (84/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Pro by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 77/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.