Vivo S15 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Vivo S15 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,092,605); the Vivo S15 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S15 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Vivo S15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S15 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S15 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2376 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.5×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S15 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S15 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S15 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo S15 Pro by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S15 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (96/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro (84/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S15 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo S15 Pro by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S15 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S15 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo S15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.