Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $270 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 41/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 517,460); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 9 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $970
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 9 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 49 points higher (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100, 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 9 Pro (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (63/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 9 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 9 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (81/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (63/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 49 points (90/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 9 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9 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.