Huawei nova Flip S vs Vivo X500
The Huawei nova Flip S (2025) runs on the Kirin 8030, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $700 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4440); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,146,138); the Huawei nova Flip S is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Flip S
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei nova Flip S better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $820
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4440 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Flip S vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Huawei nova Flip S — 28/100, 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 Flip S (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Flip S | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8030 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1136x2690 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4440 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.8×75.4×6.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Flip S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Flip S
- 4440 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Flip S and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei nova Flip S by 70.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Huawei nova Flip S was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (96/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S (84/100 vs 41/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Flip S notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Flip S by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Flip S and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei nova Flip S has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Flip S or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Flip S over the Vivo X500?
The Huawei nova Flip S 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.