Nokia G42 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). 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 "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia G42 by 87.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 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.