Tecno Spark 50 4G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Spark 50 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G81, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $139 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 39/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 4G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 358,608); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 50 4G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Spark 50 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $970
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 50 4G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 51 points higher (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 50 4G — 56/100, 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 Spark 50 4G (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 50 4G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.8×79.2×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 50 4G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Spark 50 4G by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $831. Tecno Spark 50 4G was $831 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (81/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G by 51 points (90/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 50 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 50 4G 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.