Samsung Galaxy A03s vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $130 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-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 199,111); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03s is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03s
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03s better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $820
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03s — 30/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy A03s (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A03s by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Samsung Galaxy A03s was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (96/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A03s has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03s 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.