Apple iPhone 16e vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $599 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 56/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3279); 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 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $970
- Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 34 points higher (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, 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 16e (100/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16e by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Apple iPhone 16e was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 34 points (90/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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.