Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 54/100 (a 38-point difference).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) better?
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2939
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (85/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro (China)
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) (85/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) by 38 points (92/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro (China) over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.