Vivo S21 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo S21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 79/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,348,248).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S21 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S21 Pro better?
- Overall rating 79/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S21 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (85/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S21 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2348248 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | — | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo S21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S21 Pro
- 6.7" 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 S21 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S21 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo S21 Pro by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S21 Pro (85/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S21 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S21 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S21 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S21 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo S21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.