Realme Neo7 SE vs Vivo X500
The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $260 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,081,324).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 SE
Vivo X500
What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $820
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2081324
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 212g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 SE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 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 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 SE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8400 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2081324 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 SE
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 SE
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Realme Neo7 SE by 47.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $560. Realme Neo7 SE was $560 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Vivo X500?
The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Vivo X500?
The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, 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.