Apple iPhone Air vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $999 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 75/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 192g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 15 points higher (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 92/100). 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 is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (81/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (96/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 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 Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Apple iPhone Air by 49.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 Pro was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
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 is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (81/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (96/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone Air — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.