Realme 16 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $199 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 53/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 581,041).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Lighter: 183g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 37 points higher (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, 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 16 (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 16 by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $771. Realme 16 was $771 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (100/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (81/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 37 points (90/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.