Realme C30s vs Vivo X500
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Vivo X500 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 36/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C30s
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C30s better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 53 points higher (89/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C30s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 12, Realme UI Go | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C30s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 53 points (89/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30s 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.