Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi Mi 10
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi Mi 10 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865; launch prices were $820 and $570. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4780); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 940,334).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi Mi 10
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 940334
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4780 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 30W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 10 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $570 vs $820
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi Mi 10, the Vivo X500 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi Mi 10 — 26/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi Mi 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 940334 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1169 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3191 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4780 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $570 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 10
- Main: 108MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 10
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Mi 10
- 4780 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi Mi 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi Mi 10 by 318.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Xiaomi Mi 10 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (96/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi Mi 10?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Mi 10 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi Mi 10?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.