Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $820 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 89/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,930,719); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10240
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X500 by 21.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $166. Vivo X500 was $166 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo X500 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 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi 18 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 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.