Realme 8i vs Vivo X500
The Realme 8i (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 493,222); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't; the Realme 8i is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8i
Vivo X500
What makes Realme 8i better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 8i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme 8i by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8i and the Vivo X500?
The Realme 8i has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8i 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.