Nokia 8.1 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $449 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 27/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $820
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 62 points higher (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 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 8.1 (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8.1 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia 8.1 by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Nokia 8.1 was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 62 points (89/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 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.