Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, 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 70/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,467,470); the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 7599
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- 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 80/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 19 points higher (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, 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 15 Pro (96/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 62.7% 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 15 Pro (96/100 vs 80/100).
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 and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (84/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.