Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, 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 84/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 3,434,654).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 4188
- Better camera (97/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 3434654
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 12989
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (85/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (85/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.