Poco X5 vs Vivo X500
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $245 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Vivo X500
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $820
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 X5 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco X5 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $575. Poco X5 was $575 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Vivo X500?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.