Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Vivo Y500
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; estimated prices are $135 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y500 leads — 36/100 vs 19/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Vivo Y500
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $345
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 86/100)
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Vivo Y500, the Vivo Y500 scores 17 points higher (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (61/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $135 | $345 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $210. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $210.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (61/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (60/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Vivo Y500?
The Vivo Y500 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Vivo Y500?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Vivo Y500?
The Vivo Y500 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Vivo Y500?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.