Samsung Galaxy A23 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $219 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 38/100 (a 51-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 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy A23 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 51 points higher (89/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A23 — 32/100, 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 A23 (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 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 A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $601. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $601 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 51 points (89/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 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.