Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, 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 76/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $970
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 14 points higher (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 by 57.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Apple iPhone 17 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (81/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.