Huawei nova Y74 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Huawei nova Y74 (2026) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $245 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 35/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 343,622); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $970
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1201
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 55 points higher (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Huawei nova Y74 — 20/100, 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 Y74 (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y74 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Huawei nova Y74 by 93.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $725. Huawei nova Y74 was $725 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (81/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 55 points (90/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.