Realme C33 vs Vivo X500
The Realme C33 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 35/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C33 doesn't; the Realme C33 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C33
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C33 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C33 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 54 points higher (89/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C33 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C33 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 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 | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI S | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C33
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C33
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C33
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C33
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 (94/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C33 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C33 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C33 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C33 by 54 points (89/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C33 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C33 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C33 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C33 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.