Realme C61 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 30/100 (a 60-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 C61 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C61
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C61 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C61 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 60 points higher (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 16/100). 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 C61 (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C61 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 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 / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C61
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C61
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C61
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (100/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C61 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 60 points (90/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C61 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C61 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C61 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme C61 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.