Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 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 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT2 Explorer Master | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 71.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT2 Explorer Master
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (81/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme GT2 Explorer Master are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users. 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.