Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 15T
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; launch prices were $970 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 69/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,915,524).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 15T
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 194g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $970
- Better portability (67/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15T, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 21 points higher (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100, Xiaomi 15T — 62/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 1915524 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Xiaomi 15T by 161.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $521. Xiaomi 15T was $521 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (87/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (81/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T by 21 points (90/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 15T?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 15T?
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 15T is a better fit for active users.