Realme C30 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C30 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 28/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C30
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C30 better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 192g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C30 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 62 points higher (90/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C30 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C30 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C30 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI Go | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.6×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C30
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C30
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C30
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (100/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C30 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C30 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30 by 62 points (90/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C30 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C30 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30 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.