Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $799 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 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $970
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 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 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| 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 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 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
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16 by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Apple iPhone 16 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (81/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.