Vivo X500 vs Xiaomi Mi 11
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $820 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,102,627); the Xiaomi Mi 11 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Xiaomi Mi 11
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1102627
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $820
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Xiaomi Mi 11, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Vivo X500 — 92/100, Xiaomi Mi 11 — 46/100; 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 11 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Xiaomi Mi 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 1102627 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| 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 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 164.3×74.6×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 11
- Main: 108MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Mi 11
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Xiaomi Mi 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Xiaomi Mi 11 by 256.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Xiaomi Mi 11 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Xiaomi Mi 11?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Xiaomi Mi 11?
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 Mi 11 is a better fit for active users.