Tecno Spark Go vs Vivo X500
The Tecno Spark Go (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $109 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 581,041); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark Go doesn't; the Tecno Spark Go is noticeably lighter (194g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark Go
Vivo X500
What makes Tecno Spark Go better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $820
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark Go vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Tecno Spark Go — 74/100, 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 Go (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark Go is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark Go | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark Go
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark Go
- 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 Go
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Spark Go and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Tecno Spark Go by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $711. Tecno Spark Go was $711 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark Go is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark Go or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark Go by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark Go and the Vivo X500?
The Tecno Spark Go has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark Go or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark Go or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark Go 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.