Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $820 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,930,719); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1639
- Better camera (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 10240
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Vivo X500 scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 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 Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Vivo X500 by 24.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $819. Vivo X500 was $819 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Xiaomi 18 Fold by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.