HMD Key vs Vivo X500 Pro
The HMD Key (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 22/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Key doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Key
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes HMD Key better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 192g
- Overall rating 22/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Key vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 68 points higher (90/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (81/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Key | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
HMD Key
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Key
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Key
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Key
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (94/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key (81/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Key or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 68 points (90/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Key and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The HMD Key has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Key or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Key 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.