Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $300 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-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; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,724,757); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $970
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 70W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 30W
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100, 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 Ultra (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1724757 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 65.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users. 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.