Redmi Note 17 4G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 17 4G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $165 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 46/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 4G has the bigger battery (7700 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 505,682); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 4G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 17 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7700 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $165 vs $970
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1558
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 224g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 4G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 44 points higher (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 4G — 62/100, 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 17 4G (100/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 4G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 505682 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 484 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1558 | 13145 | |
| Display | 7.0" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7700 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $165 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 4G
- 7700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 4G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 4G by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $805. Redmi Note 17 4G was $805 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (100/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (81/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 4G by 44 points (90/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 4G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 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.