Poco M5s vs Vivo X500
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $210 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-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 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Vivo X500
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, 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 M5s (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 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 | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco M5s by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $610. Poco M5s was $610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Vivo X500?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s 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.