Realme 15x vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $250 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $970
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Lighter: 192g vs 212g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Realme 15x — 52/100, 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 15x (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 15x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 15x by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $720. Realme 15x was $720 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 15x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 15x by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 15x 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.