HMD Aura vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The HMD Aura (2024) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 21/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo Y500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 153,667); the Vivo Y500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Aura doesn't; the HMD Aura is noticeably lighter (175g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes HMD Aura better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 199g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Vivo Y500 Pro scores 42 points higher (63/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (57/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (57/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.5×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $220 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Aura and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo Y500 Pro leads HMD Aura by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Aura
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (57/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (85/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (82/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Aura by 42 points (63/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The HMD Aura has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on performance (57/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.