Realme C71 vs Vivo X500
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $146 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C71
Vivo X500
What makes Realme C71 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $146 vs $820
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Realme C71 — 60/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C71 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $146 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $674. Realme C71 was $674 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme C71 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Vivo X500?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 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.