Huawei nova Flip S vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Huawei nova Flip S (2025) runs on the Kirin 8030, 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 57/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4440); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip S
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Huawei nova Flip S better?
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4440 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip S vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (85/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip S | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8030 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4440 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Launch price | $700 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1136x2690
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip S
- 4440 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip S and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Huawei nova Flip S by 76.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (85/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S by 35 points (92/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Flip S has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip S over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Flip S 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.