Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $200 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-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 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A13 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A13
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A13 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A13 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A13 — 20/100, 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 A13 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A13 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×76.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A13 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A13 by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Samsung Galaxy A13 was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (84/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A13 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A13 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.