Redmi 13C 5G vs Vivo X500
The Redmi 13C 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 35/100 (a 54-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 513,809); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 5G doesn't; the Redmi 13C 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi 13C 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 13C 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 54 points higher (89/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (87/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 13C 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 60 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 13C 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi 13C 5G by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 13C 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (87/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13C 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 5G by 54 points (89/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi 13C 5G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 13C 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.