Realme U1 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Realme U1 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 303,398); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme U1 doesn't; the Realme U1 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme U1
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Realme U1 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 192g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 303398
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 341
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 779
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme U1 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme U1 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P70 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 303398 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 341 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 779 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ColorOS 5.2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×74.0×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Realme U1
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 25MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme U1
- 6.3" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme U1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme U1 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Realme U1 by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme U1
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (100/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (94/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (87/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme U1 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme U1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme U1 by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Realme U1 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Realme U1 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme U1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme U1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Realme U1 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.