Redmi K50 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $310 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $820
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 54/100, 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 K50 (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $310 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K50 by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $510. Redmi K50 was $510 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (96/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (84/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.