Poco M5s vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $210 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 46/100 (a 44-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 535,127).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 44 points higher (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, 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 M5s (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 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 | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco M5s by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $760. Poco M5s was $760 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (100/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 44 points (90/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.