Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) vs Vivo Y500
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) leads — 72/100 vs 36/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 8000); the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Vivo Y500 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 230g).
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China)
Vivo Y500
- Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (47/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 61/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 8000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 230g
- Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) vs the Vivo Y500, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) scores 36 points higher (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) leads (47/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) is a bit better (47/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2688 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Redmagic OS 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.5×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 210 g | |
| Price | — | $345 |
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China)
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) is a bit better (47/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) (37/100 vs 12/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y500?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 36 points (72/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) and the Vivo Y500?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y500?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) leads on camera score (47/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y500?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) over the Vivo Y500?
The Nubia Red Magic 11 Pro (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.