Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs Vivo X500

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,420,808); the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

Performance 71
Display 79
Camera 52
Battery 60
Portability 60
Value for money —

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Realme GT2 Explorer Master better?

  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Lighter: 195g vs 211g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1420808
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT2 Explorer Master vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

Realme GT2 Explorer Master: The Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a better fit for active users.
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.

Specs comparison

Specification Realme GT2 Explorer Master Vivo X500
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 1420808 3930719
Geekbench Single 1761 3302
Geekbench Multi 4688 10240
Display 6.7" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1260x2750
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 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) — 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 161.3×74.3×8.2 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 211 g
Launch price — $820

Camera comparison

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
52
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme GT2 Explorer Master and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme GT2 Explorer Master Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
65/100
1420808 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +63.9%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme GT2 Explorer Master

Price unknown

Vivo X500

$820

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (96/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (87/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master (84/100 vs 60/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme GT2 Explorer Master is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme GT2 Explorer Master by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT2 Explorer Master and the Vivo X500?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme GT2 Explorer Master or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT2 Explorer Master over the Vivo X500?

The Realme GT2 Explorer Master 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.