Redmi 13 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $170 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 354,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi 13 — 46/100, 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 13 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 13 by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Redmi 13 was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (84/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 13 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13 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.