Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $250 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 62/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 199g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $250
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Vivo Y500 Pro scores 1 points higher (63/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (82/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 74/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Y500 Pro and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo Y500 Pro leads Realme 16 Pro by 7.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Vivo Y500 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Realme 16 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro edges out the Realme 16 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.