Nokia C32 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia C32 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C32 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C32
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia C32 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C32 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C32 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C32
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C32
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C32
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C32
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C32 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C32 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia C32 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C32 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C32 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.