HMD Key vs Vivo X500
The HMD Key (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 22/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Key doesn't; the HMD Key is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Key
Vivo X500
What makes HMD Key better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 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 (84/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Key vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 67 points higher (89/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (94/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Key | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
HMD Key
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Key
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Key
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 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 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (94/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key (84/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Key is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Key or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 67 points (89/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Key and the Vivo X500?
The HMD Key has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Key or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Key over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.