OPPO K15 Pro vs Vivo X500
The OPPO K15 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $436 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,254,164).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO K15 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO K15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $436 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2254164
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO K15 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 69/100). Value score: OPPO K15 Pro — 60/100, 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 Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO K15 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO K15 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2254164 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×77.5×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $436 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO K15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO K15 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO K15 Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO K15 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO K15 Pro by 42.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $384. OPPO K15 Pro was $384 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (96/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro (84/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO K15 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO K15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OPPO K15 Pro by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO K15 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO K15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO K15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO K15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OPPO K15 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO K15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.