Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 980, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1049 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 40 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 736,755); the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 20 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Mate 20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 736755
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 928
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2875
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 40MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1049
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Huawei Mate 20 Pro — 8/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 20 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 980 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 736755 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 928 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2875 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×72.3×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1049 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- Main: 40MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 20 Pro
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Mate 20 Pro by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Vivo X500 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro (84/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 20 Pro by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate 20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 20 Pro 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.