Poco M4 Pro 5G vs Vivo X500
The Poco M4 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $230 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-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 569,913); the Poco M4 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M4 Pro 5G
Vivo X500
What makes Poco M4 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M4 Pro 5G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M4 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 M4 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M4 Pro 5G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.8×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco M4 Pro 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M4 Pro 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M4 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M4 Pro 5G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco M4 Pro 5G by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Poco M4 Pro 5G was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M4 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro 5G by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Vivo X500?
The Poco M4 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M4 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 Pro 5G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M4 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.