Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $970 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 85/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (93/100 vs 87/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 4 points higher (89/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 82/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" 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) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Vivo X500 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 85/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.