Realme C85 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme C85 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 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 47/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C85 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C85 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme C85 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C85 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 43 points higher (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (63/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C85 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme C85 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C85 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C85 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C85 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme C85 5G by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C85 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C85 5G (63/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C85 5G by 43 points (90/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C85 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme C85 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C85 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C85 5G 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.