Huawei nova 13 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Huawei nova 13 (2024) runs on the Kirin 8000, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 56/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 808,658); the Huawei nova 13 is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 13
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Huawei nova 13 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 808658
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 909
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2399
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 13 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 34 points higher (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 13 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 13 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8000 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 808658 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 909 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2399 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×75.3×7.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 13
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 13 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Huawei nova 13 by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 13
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (100/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 13 (81/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 13 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 13 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 13 by 34 points (90/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 13 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei nova 13 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 13 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 13 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 13 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.