Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $449 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 27/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 417,439).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $970
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 63 points higher (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8.1 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nokia 8.1 by 91.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $521. Nokia 8.1 was $521 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (81/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 63 points (90/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 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.