OnePlus Nord 5 vs Vivo X500
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $385 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6800); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Vivo X500
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $820
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $820 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 53.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $435. OnePlus Nord 5 was $435 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Vivo X500?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.