Poco C95 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Poco C95 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $253 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 354,158); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 232g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C95 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Poco C95 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $253 vs $820
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1407
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 232g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C95 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Poco C95 Pro — 26/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (50/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C95 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $253 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C95 Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C95 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco C95 Pro by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $567. Poco C95 Pro was $567 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (50/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C95 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Poco C95 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C95 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C95 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.