Realme Narzo 100x vs Vivo X500
The Realme Narzo 100x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $205 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 100x
Vivo X500
What makes Realme Narzo 100x better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $205 vs $820
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 211g vs 224g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 100x vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme Narzo 100x — 52/100, 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 100x (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 100x | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek 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 | 8000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×78.2×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $205 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 100x
- 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 100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 100x and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme Narzo 100x by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $615. Realme Narzo 100x was $615 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x (84/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100x by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 100x and the Vivo X500?
The Realme Narzo 100x has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 100x or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 100x 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.