Poco M6 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $220 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-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 Poco M6 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $820
- Better portability (80/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1983
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 58/100, 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 M6 Pro (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Poco M6 Pro was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (96/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (80/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 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.