TCL 60 vs Vivo X500
The TCL 60 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $179 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL 60
Vivo X500
What makes TCL 60 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $820
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL 60 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). Value score: TCL 60 — 52/100, 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 TCL 60 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL 60 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 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 | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $820 |
Camera comparison
TCL 60
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL 60
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL 60
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL 60 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads TCL 60 by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $641. TCL 60 was $641 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL 60 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL 60 and the Vivo X500?
The TCL 60 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL 60 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL 60 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the TCL 60 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.