Nubia Z70S Ultra vs Vivo X500
The Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $600 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 81/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6600); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,228,937); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z70S Ultra
Vivo X500
What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $820
- Overall rating 81/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3228937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 211g vs 228g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z70S Ultra vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 8 points higher (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100, 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 and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z70S Ultra | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3228937 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2688 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6600 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z70S Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nubia Z70S Ultra by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Nubia Z70S Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 edges out the Nubia Z70S Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Vivo X500?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z70S Ultra over the Vivo X500?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.