Huawei P20 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Huawei P20 Pro (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 970, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $899 and $820. 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 4000); the main camera is 40 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 470,805); the Huawei P20 Pro is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei P20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 470805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1617
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 22W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 40MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $899
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei P20 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 23/100). Value score: Huawei P20 Pro — 0/100, 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 P20 Pro (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (84/100 vs 23/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei P20 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 970 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 470805 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1617 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2240x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 22W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.0×73.9×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei P20 Pro
- Main: 40MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 24MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2240x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 22W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei P20 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei P20 Pro by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo X500 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (96/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro (84/100 vs 23/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (73/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Pro by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei P20 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei P20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei P20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P20 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P20 Pro 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.