Tecno Pova 7 4G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Pova 7 4G (2025) runs on the Helio G100 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $175 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 49/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 575,630); the Vivo X500 Pro is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 4G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Pova 7 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $970
- Overall rating 49/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2014
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 4G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 41 points higher (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 4G — 66/100, 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 7 4G (100/100 vs 44/100). 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 7 4G (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (63/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 4G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G100 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 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 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×9.3 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 4G
- 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 7 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 4G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Pova 7 4G by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $795. Tecno Pova 7 4G was $795 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (100/100 vs 44/100).
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 7 4G (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (81/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G (63/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 4G by 41 points (90/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 4G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 7 4G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 4G 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.