Nokia X20 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia X20 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $415 and $820. 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 4470); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 435,710).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X20
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia X20 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $820
- Overall rating 39/100
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 4470 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 220g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X20 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 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Nokia X20 — 4/100, 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 X20 (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X20 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 435710 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1597 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4470 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.9×79.7×9.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $415 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X20
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia X20
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X20
- 4470 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X20 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia X20 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $405. Nokia X20 was $405 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (96/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (87/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia X20 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia X20 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia X20 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X20 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.