Vivo iQOO 15T vs Vivo X500
The Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $499 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 3,930,719).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 15T
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10240
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $820
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 216g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 15T vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100, 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 15T and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 15T | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 4704310 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 15T and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Vivo X500 by 19.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $321. Vivo iQOO 15T was $321 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (87/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 15T and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo iQOO 15T has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 15T or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 15T over the Vivo X500?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.