Redmi K50i vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,092,605); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 200g vs 211g
- Overall rating 57/100
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 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K50i by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (96/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K50i (94/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K50i 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.