Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $799 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 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $820
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7500 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 (96/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 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 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone 16 by 49.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Apple iPhone 16 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (84/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power 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.