TCL 50 SE vs Vivo X500 Pro
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 37/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Overall rating 37/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 53 points higher (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 SE and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads TCL 50 SE by 92.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 53 points (90/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE 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.