Realme C51s vs Vivo X500
The Realme C51s (2024) 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 32/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Realme C51s is noticeably lighter (182g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C51s
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C51s better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 211g
- Better portability (75/100 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
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C51s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 57 points higher (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C51s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C51s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.7×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C51s
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C51s
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C51s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C51s
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (94/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C51s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C51s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C51s by 57 points (89/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C51s and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C51s has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C51s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C51s 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.