OnePlus Nord 2 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $400 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 54/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 960,724).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $970
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 36 points higher (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 2 — 36/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 960724 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1143 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3353 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. OnePlus Nord 2 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (81/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 36 points (90/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.