Realme GT5 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $500 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 77/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5400); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,402,979); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $970
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 13 points higher (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (63/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2402979 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme GT5 Pro by 52.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Realme GT5 Pro was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (63/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Realme GT5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.