Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Vivo X500
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $200 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G 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.