Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $880 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 63/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,928 vs 953,150); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617928 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 1273 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3894 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 231g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $880
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 58/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617928 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $880 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $660. Vivo Y500 Pro was $660 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max edges out the Vivo Y500 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on performance (67/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.