TCL 50 SE vs Vivo X500
The TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5010); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 SE
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 SE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 SE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 SE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL 50 SE by 90.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 SE and the Vivo X500?
The TCL 50 SE has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 SE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 SE 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.