Poco X5 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $245 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 48/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $970
- Better portability (66/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 42 points higher (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 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 X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco X5 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $725. Poco X5 was $725 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (100/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 and the Vivo X500 Pro are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 42 points (90/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.