Nokia 8 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $699 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 29/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $820
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 60 points higher (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 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 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia 8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $121. Nokia 8 was $121 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (96/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 60 points (89/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 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.