Redmi K50 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $310 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 58/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $970
- Overall rating 58/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 32 points higher (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 62/100). 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 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 54/100, 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 K50 (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $310 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- 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 K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi K50 by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $660. Redmi K50 was $660 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (81/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 32 points (90/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi K50 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.