Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1199 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 84/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,434,654).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 10240
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3434654
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 5 points higher (89/100 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 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Apple iPhone 18 Pro by 12.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Vivo X500 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Vivo X500?
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?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.