Redmi Note 17 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $230 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 829,894); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 226g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100). 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 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 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 | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 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
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 78.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
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 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.