Redmi K20 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K20 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $250 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 502,844); the Redmi K20 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K20
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K20 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $820
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K20 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 27/100). Value score: Redmi K20 — 32/100, 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 K20 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K20 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 502844 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K20
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K20
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K20
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K20 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K20 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Redmi K20 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 (84/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K20 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K20 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K20 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.