Tecno Pop X 4G vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pop X 4G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop X 4G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pop X 4G
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pop X 4G better?
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pop X 4G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop X 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pop X 4G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×77.8×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pop X 4G
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pop X 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pop X 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pop X 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop X 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pop X 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop X 4G by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop X 4G and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pop X 4G has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop X 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pop X 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop X 4G 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.