Realme C100 4G vs Vivo X500
The Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G92 Max, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $269 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 4G
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C100 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $269 vs $820
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 4G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Realme C100 4G — 22/100, 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 C100 4G (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 4G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G92 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $269 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 4G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme C100 4G by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $551. Realme C100 4G was $551 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 4G and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C100 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 4G 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.