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).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G

Performance 39
Display 79
Camera 53
Battery 69
Portability 62
Value for money 56

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

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).

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.

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
53
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G

  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless charging: no data
69
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G

$259

Vivo X500

$820

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.