Realme 15 vs Vivo X500
The Realme 15 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $249 and $820. 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 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714); the Realme 15 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 15 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $820
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Realme 15 — 74/100, 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 (96/100 vs 55/100). 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 Realme 15 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme 15 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 15 by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $571. Realme 15 was $571 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (96/100 vs 55/100).
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 Realme 15 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme 15 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 15 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 over the Vivo X500?
The Realme 15 is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.