Tecno Pova 6 vs Vivo X500

The Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $200 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Tecno Pova 6

Performance 38
Display 80
Camera 46
Battery 61
Portability 63
Value for money 62

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Tecno Pova 6 better?

  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 195g vs 211g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1890
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 70W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 6 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 6 — 62/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Tecno Pova 6 Vivo X500
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu — 3930719
Geekbench Single 760 3302
Geekbench Multi 1890 10240
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1260x2750
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7500 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 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 211 g
Launch price $200 $820

Camera comparison

Tecno Pova 6

  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Tecno Pova 6

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Tecno Pova 6

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Tecno Pova 6

$200

Vivo X500

$820

Launch price difference: $620. Tecno Pova 6 was $620 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (96/100 vs 38/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (87/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (84/100 vs 61/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 6 and the Vivo X500?

The Tecno Pova 6 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 6 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 6 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.