Vivo X500 vs ZTE nubia V80 Max
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the ZTE nubia V80 Max (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the ZTE nubia V80 Max is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
ZTE nubia V80 Max
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 22W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE nubia V80 Max better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the ZTE nubia V80 Max, the Vivo X500 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE nubia V80 Max is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | ZTE nubia V80 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 22W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 780 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 171.6×77.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
ZTE nubia V80 Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 22W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
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ZTE nubia V80 Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE nubia V80 Max is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the ZTE nubia V80 Max by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE nubia V80 Max — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the ZTE nubia V80 Max?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.