Huawei nova Y74 vs Vivo X500
The Huawei nova Y74 (2026) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $245 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 35/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6620); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 343,622).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $820
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1201
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6620 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 54 points higher (89/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Huawei nova Y74 — 20/100, 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 Y74 (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y74 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei nova Y74 by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $575. Huawei nova Y74 was $575 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (96/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 54 points (89/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 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.