Poco X6 vs Vivo X500
The Poco X6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $249 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 798,429); the Poco X6 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6
Vivo X500
What makes Poco X6 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1030
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X6 — 62/100, 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 X6 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1030 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.3×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X6
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco X6 by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $571. Poco X6 was $571 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (84/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X6 and the Vivo X500?
The Poco X6 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 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.