Realme 11 vs Vivo X500
The Realme 11 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $230 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 513,809); the Realme 11 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 11
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 11 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 11 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 11 — 48/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 Realme 11 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 11 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (84/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 11 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 11 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 11
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 11
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 11
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 11 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 11 by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Realme 11 was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 11 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 (84/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 11 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 11 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 11 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 11 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 11 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 11 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 11 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 11 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.