Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $820 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 85/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,030,376); the Vivo X500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3030376
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 10200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 85/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Vivo X500 scores 4 points higher (89/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 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 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 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 | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
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 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.