Tecno Pova 8 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 57/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 953,150); the Tecno Pova 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pova 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 92/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 8 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 32 points higher (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova 8 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 8 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 953150 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1208x2644 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×77.3×7.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 8 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Pova 8 Pro by 75.8% 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova 8 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 8 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 8 Pro by 32 points (89/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 8 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pova 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 8 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 8 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.