HMD Pulse+ vs Vivo X500
The HMD Pulse+ (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 333,647); the HMD Pulse+ is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse+
Vivo X500
What makes HMD Pulse+ better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse+ vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse+ | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.0×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse+
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse+
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Pulse+ and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads HMD Pulse+ by 91.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Pulse+
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (96/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse+ and the Vivo X500?
The HMD Pulse+ has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse+ 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.