Poco F6 vs Vivo X500
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $290 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,784,363); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Vivo X500
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $820
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1784363
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, 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 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1784363 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco F6 by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Poco F6 was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Vivo X500?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Vivo X500?
The Poco F6 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.