Redmi A7 Pro 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $110 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 42/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 639,225); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G doesn't; the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi A7 Pro 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $970
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A7 Pro 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 48 points higher (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 68/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A7 Pro 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A7 Pro 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi A7 Pro 5G by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $860. Redmi A7 Pro 5G was $860 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro 5G by 48 points (90/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A7 Pro 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi A7 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A7 Pro 5G 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.