Realme Narzo 100 Lite vs Vivo X500
The Realme Narzo 100 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $170 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
Vivo X500
What makes Realme Narzo 100 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $820
- Overall rating 40/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 211g vs 212g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 100 Lite vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 100 Lite — 48/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Narzo 100 Lite are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 100 Lite | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 100 Lite and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme Narzo 100 Lite by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Realme Narzo 100 Lite was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (84/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Narzo 100 Lite are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100 Lite and the Vivo X500?
The Realme Narzo 100 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 100 Lite or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100 Lite over the 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.