Poco C40 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 31/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C40
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco C40 better?
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 204g
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 59 points higher (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C40 (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C40 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco C40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (81/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C40 (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 59 points (90/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.