OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Apex, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 61/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,696,968).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1696968
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4313
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (92/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE5 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1696968 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1430 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | $295 | — |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.8" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 64.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (85/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 31 points (92/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.