Poco F3 vs Vivo X500
The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $370 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,010,069); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Vivo X500
What makes Poco F3 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $820
- Better portability (64/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F3 — 40/100, 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 F3 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F3 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco F3
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F3
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F3 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco F3 by 74.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $450. Poco F3 was $450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Vivo X500?
The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Vivo X500?
The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.