Realme 15 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 15 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $249 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 62/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $970
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 28 points higher (90/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme 15 — 74/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 15 by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $721. Realme 15 was $721 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15 by 28 points (90/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 15 is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.