Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $259 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 54/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $259 vs $970
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2100
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 39/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 36 points higher (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G — 56/100, 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 Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2100 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×76.3×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $259 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $711. Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G was $711 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (100/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G by 36 points (90/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G 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.