Vivo X500 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $820 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 89/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 3,930,719); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $970
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 10240
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 1 points higher (90/100 vs 89/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo X500 by 21.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Vivo X500 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro edges out the Vivo X500 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.