ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL vs Vivo X500 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 29/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 347,995); the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is noticeably lighter (175g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 192g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 347995
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1115
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 61 points higher (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 347995 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1115 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×75.5×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (100/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL by 61 points (90/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.