Redmi Note 10 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $200 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 510,711); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 10 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10 — 44/100, 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 Note 10 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 510711 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 714 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1577 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 10 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Redmi Note 10 was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.