Huawei Nova 15 vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, 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 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,033,121); the Huawei Nova 15 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Nova 15 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1033121
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 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 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 — 46/100, 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 (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Nova 15 by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $321. Huawei Nova 15 was $321 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (96/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (84/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Nova 15 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.