Redmi Note 5 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $200 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 25/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 282,713).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 65 points higher (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 21/100). 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 32/100). Value score: Redmi Note 5 — 10/100, 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 5 (100/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 5 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 5 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 5 by 94.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Redmi Note 5 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (100/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 65 points (90/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 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 5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 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.