Nubia Air vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $199 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $970
- Better portability (90/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, 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 (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (90/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nubia Air by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $771. Nubia Air was $771 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (100/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (90/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air 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.