Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $820 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 88/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,930,719).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10240
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 scores 1 points higher (89/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo X500 by 1.7% 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.