Realme C100x vs Vivo X500
The Realme C100x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $175 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100x
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C100x better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $820
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100x vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Realme C100x — 52/100, 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 C100x (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100x | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C100x
- 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 C100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $645. Realme C100x was $645 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100x and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C100x has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100x over the Vivo X500?
The Realme C100x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.