Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $499 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 82/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 4,704,310); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $970
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 4704310
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 10402
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 8 points higher (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, 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 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo iQOO 15T by 6.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $471. Vivo iQOO 15T was $471 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.