Realme C35 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C35 (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T616, 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 33/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C35 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C35
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C35 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 192g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1350
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C35 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 57 points higher (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (100/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C35 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C35 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T616 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 400 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1350 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.6×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C35
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (100/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C35 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C35 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C35 by 57 points (90/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C35 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C35 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C35 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C35 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Realme C35 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.