Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 48/100 (a 41-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 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $820
- Better portability (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100, 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 A15 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $620. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $620 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (87/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 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.