Realme 8 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 50/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 535,127); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't; the Realme 8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 192g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 40 points higher (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (81/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 8
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme 8 by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (81/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 8 by 40 points (90/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8 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.