Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $170 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 18/100 (a 71-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $820
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 71 points higher (89/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Redmi Note 3 Pro — 4/100, 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 3 Pro (96/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 3 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 800 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4050 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 164 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $650. Redmi Note 3 Pro was $650 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (96/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (84/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 71 points (89/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 Pro 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.