Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,181,469).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1181469
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4323
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (100/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (85/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1181469 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 202 g | — | |
| Launch price | $619 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (100/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (85/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.