Tecno Spark 40 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $150 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 575,630); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $820
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 40 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100, 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 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 40 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Tecno Spark 40 Pro was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (96/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (84/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 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 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 40 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, 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 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 40 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 44/100).
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.