Huawei Mate X5 vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Mate X5 (2023) runs on the Kirin 9000S, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5060); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,062,256); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 243g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate X5
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Mate X5 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1062256
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1325
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4118
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 243g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate X5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate X5 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate X5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9000S | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1062256 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1325 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4118 | 10240 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2224x2496 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 (China), EMUI (Europe), no Google Play Services | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.9×141.5×5.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 243 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate X5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate X5
- 7.8" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 2224x2496
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate X5
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate X5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Mate X5 by 73.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei Mate X5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (96/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 (84/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate X5 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate X5 by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate X5 and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate X5 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate X5 over the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate X5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.