Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $1250 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads — 73/100 vs 63/100 (a 10-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 90s Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,622,749 vs 953,150); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1622749 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 1273 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3894 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (68/100 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 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $1250
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max scores 10 points higher (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (68/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 56/100, 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 90s Pro Max is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s 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 90s Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1622749 | 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, EMUI 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 230 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1250 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90s 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 90s 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 90s 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 90s Pro Max and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 70.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1030. Vivo Y500 Pro was $1030 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (68/100 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 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s 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 90s Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura 90s 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.