Realme GT5 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $500 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5400); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,402,979); the Vivo X500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT5 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $820
- Overall rating 77/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5400 mAh
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT5 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100, Vivo X500 — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (50/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT5 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2402979 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT5 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme GT5 Pro by 38.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Realme GT5 Pro was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 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 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme GT5 Pro (50/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Realme GT5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT5 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Realme GT5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT5 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT5 Pro over the Vivo X500?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.