OPPO Reno 15c vs Vivo X500
The OPPO Reno 15c (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $385 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,307,414).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno 15c
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO Reno 15c better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1307414
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno 15c 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 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OPPO Reno 15c — 64/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno 15c | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1307414 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1256x2760 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×74.8×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno 15c
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno 15c and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO Reno 15c by 66.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $435. OPPO Reno 15c was $435 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (96/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno 15c is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OPPO Reno 15c by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno 15c and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno 15c has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno 15c or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno 15c over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno 15c 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.