Redmi Note 15 Pro+ vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 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 62/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,041,898).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 62/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1041898
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (100/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (85/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1041898 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Launch price | $370 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- 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+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- 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+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 78.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (100/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (85/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 30 points (92/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.