Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, 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 82/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 4,704,310).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 4704310
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 10402
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 216 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO 15T by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO 15T — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.