Tecno Pova 6 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $200 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 6
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $970
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 6 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 6 — 62/100, 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 Tecno Pova 6 (100/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 6 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HIOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Tecno Pova 6 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (100/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (81/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 6 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 6 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 6 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.