Tecno Pova Slim vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Pova Slim (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $230 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 52/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5160); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 581,041); the Tecno Pova Slim is noticeably lighter (156g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Slim
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Pova Slim better?
- Lighter: 156g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $820
- Better portability (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova Slim vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 37 points higher (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Tecno Pova Slim — 58/100, 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 Slim (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova Slim are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova Slim | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7500 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×6.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 156 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Slim
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Slim
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Slim
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova Slim and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Pova Slim by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Tecno Pova Slim was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Pova Slim are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Slim significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (100/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Slim or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Slim by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Slim and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Pova Slim has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Slim or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova Slim or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Slim 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.