TCL 50 XE vs Vivo X500
The TCL 50 XE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-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 513,809); the TCL 50 XE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 50 XE
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 50 XE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 211g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 50 XE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 50 XE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.0×8.3 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 50 XE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 50 XE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 50 XE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 50 XE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL 50 XE by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
TCL 50 XE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 XE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 XE by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 50 XE and the Vivo X500?
The TCL 50 XE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 50 XE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the TCL 50 XE 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.