Huawei Pura X vs Vivo X500
The Huawei Pura X (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9020, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4720); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,383,793); the Huawei Pura X is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X
Vivo X500
What makes Huawei Pura X better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1383793
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1370
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4446
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4720 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1383793 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1370 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4446 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2120 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4720 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 143.2×91.7×7.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 7MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X
- 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2120
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X
- 4720 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Huawei Pura X by 64.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei Pura X
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (84/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X and the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Pura X has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X over the Vivo X500?
The Huawei Pura X is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.