Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (81/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (81/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power 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.