Tecno Pova 5 vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pova 5 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 50/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 5
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pova 5 better?
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 219g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 5 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 39 points higher (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 5 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, HIOS 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 580 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×9.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 5
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 5 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Pova 5 by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pova 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (94/100 vs 66/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 (84/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 by 39 points (89/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 5 and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pova 5 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 5 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 5 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.