Huawei nova Flip S vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Huawei nova Flip S (2025) runs on the Kirin 8030, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $700 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 57/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4440); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,146,138); the Huawei nova Flip S is thinner (6.9mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip S
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Huawei nova Flip S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $970
- Better portability (73/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4440 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip S vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 33 points higher (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei nova Flip S — 28/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (81/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip S | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8030 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4440 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1136x2690
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip S
- 4440 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip S and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Huawei nova Flip S by 77.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Huawei nova Flip S was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (100/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (81/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S by 33 points (90/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei nova Flip S has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip S over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei nova Flip S is a better fit for active users. 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.