Realme 3i vs Vivo X500
The Realme 3i (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P60, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 314,537); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 3i doesn't; the Realme 3i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 3i
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 3i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 211g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 314537
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 3i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (96/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 3i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P60 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 314537 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.1×75.6×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 3i
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 3i
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 3i
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 3i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 3i by 92.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 3i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (96/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i (84/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 3i notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 3i by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 3i and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 3i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 3i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme 3i 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.