Poco F4 vs Vivo X500
The Poco F4 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $350 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,002,919); the Poco F4 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F4
Vivo X500
What makes Poco F4 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $820
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1002919
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F4 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F4 — 46/100, 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 F4 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F4 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F4 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F4 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1002919 | 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 | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 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 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×76.0×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco F4
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F4
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F4
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F4 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco F4 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Poco F4 was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F4 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F4 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F4 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F4 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F4 and the Vivo X500?
The Poco F4 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F4 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F4 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F4 over the Vivo X500?
The Poco F4 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.