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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 6
Vivo X500
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).
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
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
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.