Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1199 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 77/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,782,199); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better camera (89/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1199
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 13 points higher (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, 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 16 Pro Max (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (81/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 64.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Vivo X500 Pro was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (100/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (81/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.