Apple iPhone 17e vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 59/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,156,126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3692
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 21/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17e by 55.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (85/100 vs 21/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 33 points (92/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.