Redmi Note 4X vs Vivo X500
The Redmi Note 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $160 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 22/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 218,879); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 4X doesn't; the Redmi Note 4X is noticeably lighter (165g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 4X
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi Note 4X better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $820
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 4X vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 67 points higher (89/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi Note 4X — 16/100, 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 4X (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 4X | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×76.0×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $160 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 4X
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 4X
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 4X
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 4X and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi Note 4X by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $660. Redmi Note 4X was $660 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (96/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (84/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X by 67 points (89/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 4X and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi Note 4X has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 4X 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.