Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 13 Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 13 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $820 and $790. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4820); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,770,620); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 13 Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1770620
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4820 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 229g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $790 vs $820
- Overall rating 74/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 13 Pro, the Vivo X500 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 13 Pro — 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 13 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1770620 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4820 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×74.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $790 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 13 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 13 Pro
- 4820 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 13 Pro by 122.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Xiaomi 13 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Pro?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 13 Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 13 Pro — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 13 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 13 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 Xiaomi 13 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.