OnePlus Nord 2T vs Vivo Y500i

The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; estimated prices are $380 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500i leads — 33/100 vs 28/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus Nord 2T is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).

The Vivo Y500i edges out the OnePlus Nord 2T by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
Vivo Y500i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 57
Design 26
Value for money 97
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 219g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $380

  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Vivo Y500i, the Vivo Y500i scores 5 points higher (33/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (57/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (57/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).

OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y500i: The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2T Vivo Y500i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1300 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
AnTuTu 560863
Geekbench Single 923
Geekbench Multi 2249
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1570
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 80W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 219 g
Price $380 $180
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Vivo Y500i
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y500i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo Y500i
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380
Vivo Y500i
$180

Price difference: $200. Vivo Y500i is cheaper by $200.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (57/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (62/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500i is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Vivo Y500i?

The Vivo Y500i edges out the OnePlus Nord 2T by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Vivo Y500i?

The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo Y500i — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Vivo Y500i?

The OnePlus Nord 2T leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Vivo Y500i?

The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.