Poco M4 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Poco M4 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 493,222); the Poco M4 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M4 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Poco M4 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M4 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M4 Pro — 48/100, 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 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M4 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco M4 Pro
- Main: 64MP 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
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M4 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M4 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco M4 Pro by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Poco M4 Pro was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Poco M4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M4 Pro 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.