Nokia C31 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 35/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nokia C31 better?
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 55 points higher (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.2×78.0×8.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C31
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (94/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 55 points (90/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 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.