Nokia 3 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $159 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 14/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia 3 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $820
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 75 points higher (89/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 0/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 3 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia 3 by 98.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $661. Nokia 3 was $661 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (96/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (94/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 75 points (89/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.