Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,007,140); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3481
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 230g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1007140 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 74.4% 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.