Nokia G50 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia G50 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 435,710).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G50
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia G50 better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 435710
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1597
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 211g vs 220g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G50 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G50 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 435710 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1597 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LCD IPS | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.8×77.7×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G50
- Main: 48MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G50
- 6.8" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G50
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G50 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia G50 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (96/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G50 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia G50 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G50 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G50 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.