Nubia Air vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $199 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 51/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo Y500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 639,225); the Nubia Air is noticeably lighter (172g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $220
- Better portability (90/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Vivo Y500 Pro scores 12 points higher (63/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (57/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (82/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Y500 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Air (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo Y500 Pro leads Nubia Air by 32.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Nubia Air was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Nubia Air are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Nubia Air (50/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (82/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably better than the Nubia Air — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on performance (57/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.