Poco C65 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $99 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 33/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C65
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco C65 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $970
- Overall rating 33/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 57 points higher (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 56/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (100/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C65 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C65 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco C65 by 93.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $871. Poco C65 was $871 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (100/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (81/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 57 points (90/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C65 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 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.