Nubia Neo vs Vivo X500
The Nubia Neo (2023) runs on the Unisoc T820, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 757,199); the Nubia Neo is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo
Vivo X500
What makes Nubia Neo better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 757199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 885
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2392
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T820 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 757199 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 885 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2392 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nubia Neo by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nubia Neo
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (96/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo (84/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Neo is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo and the Vivo X500?
The Nubia Neo has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 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.