Realme 15 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Realme 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $350 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 69/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,329,936); the Realme 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1329936
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 20 points higher (89/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 15 Pro — 72/100, 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 15 Pro (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1329936 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×76.2×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 15 Pro by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Realme 15 Pro was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (96/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (87/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Pro by 20 points (89/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Realme 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.