Vivo iQOO 16 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, 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 89/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 4,838,033).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO 16
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 4838033
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 12873
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO 16 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO 16 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 5498720 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 223 g | — | |
| Launch price | $840 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO 16 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Vivo X500 Pro Max by 13.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 16 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 16 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO 16 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO 16 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.