Poco M4 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco M4 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $230 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 47/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 493,222).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M4 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco M4 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $970
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M4 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 43 points higher (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M4 Pro — 48/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (100/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M4 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco M4 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M4 Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M4 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M4 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco M4 Pro by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $740. Poco M4 Pro was $740 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (100/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro by 43 points (90/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco M4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M4 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.