Redmi A2 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 193,858); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2 doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi A2 better?
- Overall rating 26/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A2 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 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (100/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A2 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A2
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi A2
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A2 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi A2 by 96.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (100/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (94/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A2 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi A2 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2 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.