Nubia Flip3 vs Vivo X500
The Nubia Flip3 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $450 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4610); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 953,150); the Nubia Flip3 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Flip3
Vivo X500
What makes Nubia Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $820
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4610 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Flip3 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Nubia Flip3 — 32/100, 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 Flip3 (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Flip3 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400X | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1188x2790 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4610 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.0×76.0×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Flip3
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Flip3
- 6.9" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1188x2790
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Flip3
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Flip3 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nubia Flip3 by 75.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Nubia Flip3 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 (84/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Flip3 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Flip3 and the Vivo X500?
The Nubia Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Flip3 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.