Tecno Pop 5X vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 28/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pop 5X
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
- Overall rating 28/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 64 points higher (92/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 150 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (85/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 64 points (92/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.