Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 17T
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $820 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,026,828); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2026828
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $820
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Vivo X500 scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi 17T by 93.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Xiaomi 17T was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (96/100 vs 76/100).
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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (84/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 17T — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 17T?
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 is a better fit for active users.