Redmi K100 Pro vs Vivo Y500
The Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 56/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro
Vivo Y500
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 35 points higher (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3531378 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K100 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 35 points (91/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro and the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 91/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro over the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.