Tecno Spark 50 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $160 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 45/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 581,041); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 50 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Tecno Spark 50 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $970
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 50 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 45 points higher (90/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 45/100). 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 58/100). Value score: Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100, 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 5G (100/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 50 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1576 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6510 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 | 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 | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $160 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 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 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1576
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 50 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $810. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $810 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (100/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (81/100 vs 58/100).
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 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G by 45 points (90/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 50 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 50 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 50 5G 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 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 50 5G 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.