Tecno Pova 8 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 57/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Pova 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 192g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 92/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 8 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 33 points higher (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Tecno Pova 8 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 8 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1208x2644 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×77.3×7.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 8 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Pova 8 Pro by 81.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Tecno Pova 8 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (81/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro by 33 points (90/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 8 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 8 Pro 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.