HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $189 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 36/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes HMD Pulse 2 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $970
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse 2 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 54 points higher (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 18/100). 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 43/100). Value score: HMD Pulse 2 Pro — 36/100, 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 HMD Pulse 2 Pro (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse 2 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $970 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $781. HMD Pulse 2 Pro was $781 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (100/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100).
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 Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse 2 Pro by 54 points (90/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse 2 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The HMD Pulse 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse 2 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse 2 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.