Poco X3 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco X3 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 860, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $250 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 49/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 822,433); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X3 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco X3 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $970
- Overall rating 49/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 822433
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2653
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X3 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 41 points higher (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco X3 Pro — 48/100, 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 X3 Pro (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (63/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X3 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 822433 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1004 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2653 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco X3 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X3 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X3 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X3 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco X3 Pro by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $720. Poco X3 Pro was $720 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (100/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (81/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 Pro (63/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 Pro by 41 points (90/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X3 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco X3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X3 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Poco X3 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.