Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $259 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-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 Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $259 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2100
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 39/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G — 56/100, 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 Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2100 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×76.3×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $259 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $561. Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G was $561 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (96/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G (84/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.