Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $250 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 main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 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 53/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro 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 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 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 16 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100). 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 (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 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) | 6500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- 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 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Realme 16 Pro was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100).
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 (62/100 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 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, 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 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.