Redmi 10C vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $150 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 424,216); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 10C better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $820
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10C — 42/100, 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 Redmi 10C (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10C | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10C and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 10C by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Redmi 10C was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10C 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.