Tecno Spark 50 4G vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Spark 50 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G81, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $139 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 50 4G
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Spark 50 4G better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $139 vs $820
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 50 4G vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 50 4G — 56/100, 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 50 4G (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 50 4G | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.8×79.2×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $139 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 50 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 50 4G and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Spark 50 4G by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $681. Tecno Spark 50 4G was $681 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G (84/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 4G by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 50 4G and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Spark 50 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 50 4G or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 50 4G 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.