Realme C100 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $210 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 45/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100 5G doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C100 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $970
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 192g vs 224g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 45 points higher (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C100 5G — 48/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (63/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme C100 5G by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $760. Realme C100 5G was $760 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (81/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (63/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 45 points (90/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G 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.