Vivo S17 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo S17 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, 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 60/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,240,821).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S17 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S17 Pro better?
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1240821
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S17 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (85/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S17 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1240821 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S17 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S17 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo S17 Pro by 74.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro (85/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S17 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S17 Pro by 32 points (92/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S17 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S17 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S17 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S17 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S17 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.