Realme GT7 vs Vivo Y500

The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $420 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 56/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 7000).

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Performance 84
Display 84
Camera 61
Battery 90
Portability 53
Value for money 90
Vivo Y500
Performance
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 64
Portability 51
Value for money 52
What makes Realme GT7 better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 210g

  • Better camera (61/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better portability (53/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 7000 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $420

  • Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Vivo Y500, the Realme GT7 scores 21 points higher (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 90/100, Vivo Y500 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).

Realme GT7: The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme GT7 Vivo Y500
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400e Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 2496976
Geekbench Single 2233
Geekbench Multi 7478
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2780x1264 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 120W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 206 g 210 g
Launch price $420 $345
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
61
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme GT7
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless charging: no data
90
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme GT7
$420
Vivo Y500
$345

Launch price difference: $75. Vivo Y500 was $75 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (61/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 51/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo Y500?

The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 21 points (77/100 vs 56/100).

What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Vivo Y500?

The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Vivo Y500?

The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Vivo Y500?

The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for everyday use.