OPPO Reno 15c vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OPPO Reno 15c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $385 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 67/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,307,414).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 15c
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OPPO Reno 15c better?
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $970
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1307414
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 197g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno 15c vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 23 points higher (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 15c — 64/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (100/100 vs 65/100). 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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the OPPO Reno 15c are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno 15c | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1307414 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×74.8×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno 15c and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OPPO Reno 15c by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $585. OPPO Reno 15c was $585 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (100/100 vs 65/100).
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 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the OPPO Reno 15c are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c by 23 points (90/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 15c and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OPPO Reno 15c has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 15c over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OPPO Reno 15c is a better fit for active 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.