Redmi K70 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $320 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 209g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $820
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K70 by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi K70 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (84/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K70 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.