Realme GT 5G vs Vivo X500
The Realme GT 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,135,878); the Realme GT 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Realme GT 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.3×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 5G
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 5G
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme GT 5G by 71.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 5G by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Realme GT 5G has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 5G over the Vivo X500?
The Realme GT 5G is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.