Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $799 and $820. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7400); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 3,930,719); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10240
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $820
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 84/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7400 mAh
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo X500 received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100, 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 iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 4602290 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Vivo X500 by 17.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
Both devices scored 89/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (99/100 vs 96/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.