Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $229 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 55/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2925
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 35 points higher (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 64/100, 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 Curve 2 (100/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (81/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2364 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova Curve 2 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $741. Tecno Pova Curve 2 was $741 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (100/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (81/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 35 points (90/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 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.