Redmi Note 10 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $200 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 42/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 510,711); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 10 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 48 points higher (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10 — 44/100, 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 Note 10 (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 510711 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 714 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1577 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 10 by 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Redmi Note 10 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (100/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 48 points (90/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.