TCL K70 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $149 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 43/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5200); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 575,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
TCL K70
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $970
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the TCL K70 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 47 points higher (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 44/100). 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 48/100). Value score: TCL K70 — 60/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the TCL K70 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | TCL K70 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $970 |
Camera comparison
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared TCL K70 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads TCL K70 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $821. TCL K70 was $821 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (100/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the TCL K70 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the TCL K70 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 47 points (90/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the TCL K70 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The TCL K70 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the TCL K70 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the TCL K70 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the TCL K70 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.