Realme Narzo Power 5G vs Vivo X500
The Realme Narzo Power 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $180 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo Power 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Realme Narzo Power 5G better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2939
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo Power 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Realme Narzo Power 5G — 74/100, 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 Power 5G (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo Power 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo Power 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2939 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo Power 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo Power 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo Power 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Realme Narzo Power 5G was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo Power 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo Power 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo Power 5G by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo Power 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Realme Narzo Power 5G has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo Power 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo Power 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo Power 5G 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.