Nokia XR21 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 592,015); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 231g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia XR21 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 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.