Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 15
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $820 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 82/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5240); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,914,100); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 15
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5240 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $820
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Vivo X500 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 15 by 34.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $185. Xiaomi 15 was $185 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 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
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 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 15 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 15?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.