Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (2025) runs on the Kirin 9020, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5600); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,383,793); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 298g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 62/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1383793
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1370
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4446
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 298g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1383793 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1370 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4446 | 10240 | |
| Display | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2232x3184 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 (China) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 298 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate by 64.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate over the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Mate XTs Ultimate 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.