Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $250 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 45/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 535,127).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 45 points higher (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 10S — 40/100, 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 10S (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 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 | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | 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 | $250 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- 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 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 10S by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $720. Redmi Note 10S was $720 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 45 points (90/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S 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.