Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $820 and $899. 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 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,182,664).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3182664
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 10240
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 205g vs 211g
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Vivo X500 scores 7 points higher (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T 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 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 23.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo X500 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 17T Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 17T 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 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.