OnePlus Nord 2 vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $400 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 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 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 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 2 — 36/100, 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 OnePlus Nord 2 (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 960724 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1143 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3353 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 75.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. OnePlus Nord 2 was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 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.