The mid range smartphone market in India is packed with new launches every week, and the latest battle comes from Realme and Vivo. Realme has stepped into the fifteen thousand rupee bracket with its new Realme P4x 5G, aiming to push performance and battery life to the front.
Meanwhile, Vivo enters the same fight with the Vivo T4x 5G, a slightly cheaper alternative that leans on design and balanced hardware. Both target the same audience, yet they take noticeably different routes to get there.
Design
Realme brings an aerospace inspired design language to the P4x 5G. The flat edged frame feels sturdy, the matte back resists smudges, and the pill shaped vertical camera module gives it an instantly recognisable identity. With an IP64 rating and a weight of 208 grams, it feels solid in hand and delivers a confident grip.
Vivo takes a different path with the T4x 5G, opting for a quad curved body that feels slimmer and more ergonomic. The matte finish keeps it subtle while the rectangular camera island maintains a clean look. It is also IP64 rated, slightly lighter at 204 grams, and noticeably slimmer at 8.09mm.
Display
Both phones use a 6.72 inch FullHD Plus display, but Realme pushes harder with a 144Hz refresh rate. It gives smoother scrolling and animations compared to Vivo’s 120Hz panel.
Performance
Realme powers the P4x 5G with the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra processor and supports up to 18GB virtual RAM. Storage goes up to 2TB, which makes it the more capable multitasking and gaming device.
Vivo uses the Dimensity 7300 with up to 8GB RAM, delivering a stable day to day experience but not the same level of heavy lifting.
Camera
Both phones offer a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP secondary camera, along with an 8MP front camera. Realme keeps the camera experience straightforward while Vivo adds AI enhancements to make casual photography more playful.
Battery
Realme clearly leads with a 7000mAh battery, 45W fast charging, and reverse wired charging. Vivo follows with a 6500mAh battery and 44W charging, still solid but not as endurance focused.
Price and Verdict
The Realme P4x 5G starts at ₹15,499 while the Vivo T4x 5G starts at ₹13,999. If your priority is performance, refresh rate, and battery life, Realme offers more muscle. If you prefer a slimmer, lighter device with all essentials covered, Vivo provides excellent value under fifteen thousand.
COMPLETE BREAKDOW
| Specification | Realme P4x 5G | Vivo T4x 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design | Aerospace-inspired, flat-edged frame, pill-shaped vertical camera module, matte back | Quad-curved body, slimmer ergonomic feel, rectangular camera island, matte finish |
| IP Rating | IP64 | IP64 |
| Weight | 208 g | 204 g |
| Thickness | – | 8.09 mm |
| Display | 6.72″ Full HD+ | 6.72″ Full HD+ |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM | Up to 18 GB (includes virtual RAM) | Up to 8 GB |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB | Typical mid-range options (no 2 TB variant listed) |
| Main Camera | 50 MP (primary) + 2 MP (secondary) | 50 MP (primary) + 2 MP (secondary) |
| Front Camera | 8 MP | 8 MP (with AI enhancements) |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W fast charge; reverse wired charging | 44 W fast charge |
| Target Strength | Performance, multitasking, gaming, endurance | Slimmer design, balanced everyday performance, value |
| Starting Price | ₹15,499 | ₹13,999 |
| Verdict | Best if you prioritise higher refresh rate, stronger chipset, massive battery and larger RAM/storage options. | Best if you prefer a slimmer lighter phone with solid everyday performance and better value under ₹15,000. |