Realme C2 vs Vivo X500
The Realme C2 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 21/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 177,554); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C2 doesn't; the Realme C2 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C2
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C2 better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 211g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C2 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 68 points higher (89/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C2 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6 Lite | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.3×73.7×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C2
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C2
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C2 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme C2 by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (94/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C2 by 68 points (89/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C2 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C2 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C2 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.