Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 60/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,007,140); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3481
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 230g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 30 points higher (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1007140 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 79.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 30 points (90/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. 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.