Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (85/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 Explorer Master | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 70.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (85/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.