Tecno Pova 7 vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pova 7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 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 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pova 7 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Overall rating 53/100
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 31/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 — 66/100, 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 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×75.6×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 30W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Pova 7 by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Tecno Pova 7 was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (94/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 (84/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pova 7 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 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.