Nubia Air Pro vs Vivo X500
The Nubia Air Pro (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $472 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 785,352); the Nubia Air Pro is noticeably lighter (172g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Nubia Air Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 172g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $472 vs $820
- Better portability (88/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nubia Air Pro — 40/100, 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 Nubia Air Pro (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Nubia Air Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (88/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $472 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nubia Air Pro by 80.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $348. Nubia Air Pro was $348 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Nubia Air Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (88/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Nubia Air Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air Pro 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.