Realme C61 vs Vivo X500

The Realme C61 (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 30/100 (a 59-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 C61 doesn't; the Realme C61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme C61

Performance 16
Display 43
Camera —
Battery 43
Portability 68
Value for money —

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Realme C61 better?

  • Lighter: 188g vs 211g

  • Better portability (68/100 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 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme C61 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme C61 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 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 4000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 211 g
Launch price — $820

Camera comparison

Realme C61

  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
—
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Realme C61

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Realme C61

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme C61

Price unknown

Vivo X500

$820

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (96/100 vs 16/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (94/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 (84/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme C61 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme C61 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C61 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Realme C61 and the Vivo X500?

The Realme C61 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme C61 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).

Should you choose the Realme C61 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.