Huawei nova 10z vs Vivo X500
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Vivo X500 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (84/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (84/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (67/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z 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.