Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $820 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 83/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6100); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,995,695).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2995695
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2798
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 10104
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 213g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $820
- Overall rating 83/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Vivo X500 scores 6 points higher (89/100 vs 83/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 31.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 15 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 15 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 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.