Realme 16 Pro+ vs Vivo X500
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $330 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-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 1,392,392).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $820
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1392392
- 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 58/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 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 16 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 16 Pro+ (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 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 | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 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 | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 64.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $490. Realme 16 Pro+ was $490 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 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 16 Pro+ (87/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Vivo X500?
The Realme 16 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.