Vivo iQOO 15 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $599 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 88/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,758,268); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $970
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3758268
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 11047
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 2 points higher (90/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3758268 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo iQOO 15 by 25.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Vivo iQOO 15 was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.