Huawei Nova 15 Max vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8000, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $499 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 808,658); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Max
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $820
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 808658
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 909
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2399
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 232g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Max vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 Max — 26/100, 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 Nova 15 Max (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Max | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8000 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 808658 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 909 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2399 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 14.2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Max and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Nova 15 Max by 79.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $321. Huawei Nova 15 Max was $321 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (96/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (84/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Max and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Max 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.