Vivo S15 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo S15 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, 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 56/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S15 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S15 Pro better?
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S15 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (85/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S15 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2376 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.5×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S15 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S15 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S15 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo S15 Pro by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (85/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro by 36 points (92/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S15 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S15 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.