Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $970 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 85/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (88/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Vivo X500 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.