Redmi K40 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi K40 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $309 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 54/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,010,069).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K40
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi K40 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $309 vs $970
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K40 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 36 points higher (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K40 — 46/100, 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 K40 (100/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K40 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $309 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K40
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K40
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K40
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K40 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi K40 by 79.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $661. Redmi K40 was $661 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (100/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K40 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 (81/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K40 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K40 by 36 points (90/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K40 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K40 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K40 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K40 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K40 is a better fit for active users. 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.