Huawei Mate 30 vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Mate 30 (2019) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 990, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $800 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-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 Huawei Mate 30 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 30
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Mate 30 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $800 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 780
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3200
- 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 27W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate 30 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei Mate 30 — 4/100, 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 30 (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 30 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 30 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 990 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 780 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3200 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 27W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×76.1×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $800 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 30
- Main: 40MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 30
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 27W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Huawei Mate 30 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 (84/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 30 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 30 by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 30 and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate 30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate 30 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 30 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.