Poco M6 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $220 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $970
- Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1983
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 38/100). 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 62/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 58/100, 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 M6 Pro (100/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $750. Poco M6 Pro was $750 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (100/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (81/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (80/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 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 M6 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 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.