Tecno Pova 7 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pova 7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $250 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 59/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714); the Tecno Pova 7 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $820
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 30W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 30 points higher (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 Pro — 68/100, 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 7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova 7 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×75.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Pova 7 Pro by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Tecno Pova 7 Pro was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova 7 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro (84/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Pro by 30 points (89/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pova 7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Pro 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.