Vivo X500 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $970 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 86/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 5,016,623); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3715
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1639
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 99/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 5016623
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 13145
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 4 points higher (90/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 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 "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 5016623 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4188 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 13145 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2660 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $970 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo X500 Pro by 4.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $669. Vivo X500 Pro was $669 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 18 Fold 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 18 Fold?
The Vivo X500 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.