OPPO Reno15 Pro Max vs Vivo X500
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $560 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,131,620).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
Vivo X500
What makes OPPO Reno15 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 205g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $560 vs $820
- Better camera (94/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2131620
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1612
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6210
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). Value score: OPPO Reno15 Pro Max — 82/100, 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 Reno15 Pro Max (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Reno15 Pro Max | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8450 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2131620 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1612 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6210 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 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) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.5×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $560 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Reno15 Pro Max
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Reno15 Pro Max and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OPPO Reno15 Pro Max by 45.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $260. OPPO Reno15 Pro Max was $260 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max and the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max leads on camera score (94/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the OPPO Reno15 Pro Max over the Vivo X500?
The OPPO Reno15 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.