Huawei Pura X Max vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1520 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 70/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5300); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,107,301); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6200
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1520
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 20 points higher (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 13145 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Huawei Pura X Max by 58.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Vivo X500 Pro was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (87/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max by 20 points (90/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. 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.