Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi Mi 10T
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi Mi 10T (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865; launch prices were $820 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,005,146).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi Mi 10T
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1005146
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Lighter: 211g vs 216g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 10T better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $820
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi Mi 10T, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi Mi 10T — 40/100; 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 10T (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi Mi 10T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1005146 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1169 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3191 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| 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 | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 10T
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 10T
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Mi 10T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi Mi 10T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi Mi 10T by 291.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Xiaomi Mi 10T was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (94/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10T?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10T by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi Mi 10T?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Mi 10T — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10T?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 10T?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi Mi 10T?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.