Category Breakdown
Camera
18 Pro
Main sensor resolution (200 MP)
WinsBattery
X500
Battery capacity (7,500 mAh)
WinsCharging
18 Pro
Wired charging speed (100W)
WinsPerformance
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AnTuTu benchmark
—Display
X500
Screen size (6.59")
WinsWeight
18 Pro
Total weight (203g)
WinsValue
X500
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (7.9/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | X500 | 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.59" | 6.4" | |
| 1,260 × 2,750 | 1,120 × 2,436 | |
| AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED | |
| 144Hz | 2,160Hz | |
| 4,000 nits | 4,000 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| 3x | 3.2x | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Mediatek Dimensity 9600M | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| 12 GB | 16 GB | |
| 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 7,500 mAh | 7,000 mAh | |
| 90W | 100W | |
| 40W | 50W | |
Build | ||
| 211g | 203g | |
| 8.2mm | 8.5mm | |
| Glass front aluminum frame glass back | Glass front (Dragon Crystal Glass 3), aluminum frame | |
| IP68 | IP68 | |
| Flagship | Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Xiaomi 18 Pro
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
vivo X500
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Xiaomi 18 Pro
Highest resolution main camera.