Realme 16 vs Vivo X500
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $199 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-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 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, 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 (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 16 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $621. Realme 16 was $621 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 16 (84/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 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.