Redmi Note 8T vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, 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 28/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 329,457).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8T
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 8T better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Overall rating 28/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 8T vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 62 points higher (90/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi Note 8T — 16/100, 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 8T (100/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 8T | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 8T and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 8T by 93.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Redmi Note 8T was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (100/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Redmi Note 8T are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8T or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 62 points (90/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8T and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 8T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8T or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8T or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8T 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.