Huawei nova Y61 vs Vivo X500
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Vivo X500 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei nova Y61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y61
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei nova Y61 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y61 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y61 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y61
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y61
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova Y61
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y61 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y61 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.