Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $229 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 5200); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (165g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $820
- Better portability (94/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2100
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 39/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ 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 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ — 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 Spark 40 Pro+ (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (94/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2100 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $229 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro+
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $591. Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ was $591 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (96/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (94/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ by 37 points (89/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 40 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.