Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $970 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 85/100. Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 85/100
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 85/100. Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (63/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 Pro was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (63/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
Both devices scored 85/100. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Vivo X500 Pro (63/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.