Realme 3i vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 3i (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 314,537); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 3i doesn't; the Realme 3i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 3i
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 3i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 192g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 3i vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 3i | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 3i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 3i
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 3i
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 3i and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 3i by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 3i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (100/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 3i by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 3i and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 3i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme 3i 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.