Redmi Note 13 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, 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 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Better portability (67/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi Note 13 — 42/100, 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 13 (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (87/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 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 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 13 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 13 by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Redmi Note 13 was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (96/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (87/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 13 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 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.