Tecno Spark 9T (Global) vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G37, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 29/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 215,798); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 9T (Global)
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Spark 9T (Global) better?
- Overall rating 29/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 215798
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 198
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 868
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 18/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 60 points higher (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (96/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 9T (Global) | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G37 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 215798 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 198 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 868 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.6×8.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 9T (Global)
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 9T (Global)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 9T (Global)
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark 9T (Global) and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Spark 9T (Global) by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Spark 9T (Global)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (96/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (87/100 vs 18/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) by 60 points (89/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Spark 9T (Global) has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 18/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 9T (Global) 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.