Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; launch prices were $970 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 84/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6100); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,998,904).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2998904
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8431
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $760 vs $970
- Overall rating 84/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 6 points higher (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 89/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100, Xiaomi 15S Pro — 82/100; 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 "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 8431 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Launch price | $970 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Xiaomi 15S Pro by 67.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. Xiaomi 15S Pro was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 15S Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
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. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.