Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $170 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 18/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $970
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 72 points higher (90/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Redmi Note 3 Pro — 4/100, 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 3 Pro (100/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 3 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 270 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 800 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4050 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 164 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Redmi Note 3 Pro was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (100/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (81/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 72 points (90/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 Pro 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.