Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $820 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 87/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 10162
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3302
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $820
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Vivo X500 scores 2 points higher (89/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 17 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). 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 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 17 by 21.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $111. Xiaomi 17 was $111 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
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 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.