Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 33/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 348,562); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 56 points higher (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 56 points (89/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 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.