Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 15T Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 15T Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $820 and $650. 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 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,583,659).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 15T Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2583659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 87/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T Pro better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 210g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $820
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 15T Pro, the Vivo X500 scores 6 points higher (89/100 vs 83/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 15T 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 87/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 15T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 2583659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 149 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 5500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:09 hrs, total 27:31 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 15T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 15T Pro by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Xiaomi 15T Pro was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 15T 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 15T Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 15T Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 15T 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 15T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.