Poco C95 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco C95 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $253 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 38/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C95 Pro has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 354,158); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C95 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco C95 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $253 vs $970
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1407
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 232g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C95 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 52 points higher (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 29/100). 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 62/100). Value score: Poco C95 Pro — 26/100, 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 C95 Pro (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (63/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C95 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 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 | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $253 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C95 Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C95 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco C95 Pro by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $717. Poco C95 Pro was $717 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (81/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (63/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro by 52 points (90/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C95 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco C95 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C95 Pro 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.