Realme C3i vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C3i (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G70, 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 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 317,084); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C3i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C3i
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C3i better?
- Overall rating 28/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 317084
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 417
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1345
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C3i 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 27/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C3i | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, realme UI 1.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.0×9.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C3i
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C3i
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C3i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C3i and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme C3i by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C3i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (100/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C3i by 62 points (90/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C3i and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C3i has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C3i or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme C3i 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.