Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, 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 60/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,007,140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3481
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 59/100). 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 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1007140 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 230 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 79.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 59/100).
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 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 32 points (92/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.