OnePlus Nord 5 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $385 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 67/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 5 has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,848,224); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $970
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5179
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 23 points higher (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $970 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 63.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $585. OnePlus Nord 5 was $585 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 by 23 points (90/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. 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.