Nubia Air Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nubia Air Pro (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $472 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 58/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 785,352); the Nubia Air Pro is noticeably lighter (172g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nubia Air Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 172g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $472 vs $970
- Better portability (88/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 32 points higher (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nubia Air Pro — 40/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia Air Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (88/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $472 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nubia Air Pro by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $498. Nubia Air Pro was $498 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (100/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nubia Air Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (88/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro by 32 points (90/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia Air Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.