Lava Bold N4 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Lava Bold N4 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $158 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 42/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N4 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Lava Bold N4 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $158 vs $970
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N4 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 48 points higher (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Lava Bold N4 Pro — 56/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N4 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $158 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N4 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $812. Lava Bold N4 Pro was $812 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (100/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N4 Pro by 48 points (90/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N4 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Lava Bold N4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N4 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.