Vivo iQOO 15R vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,817,788).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15R
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Overall rating 72/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2817788
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15R vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15R | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2817788 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | — | |
| Launch price | $450 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15R and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 41.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO 15R or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15R over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.