Vivo X500 Pro vs Vivo Y18i
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Vivo Y18i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 30/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y18i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Vivo Y18i
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo Y18i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 192g
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Vivo Y18i, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 60 points higher (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Vivo Y18i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Unisoc T612 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 360 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 1250 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 528 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.6×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y18i
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y18i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y18i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y18i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (100/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (94/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y18i by 60 points (90/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Vivo Y18i — 30/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Vivo Y18i?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.