Samsung Galaxy A25 vs Vivo X500

The Samsung Galaxy A25 (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. 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 615,425).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy A25

Performance 47
Display 80
Camera 34
Battery 44
Portability 58
Value for money —

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Samsung Galaxy A25 better?

  • Lighter: 197g vs 211g

  • Better portability (58/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 615425
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 956
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2082
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A25 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 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 34/100). 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 A25 (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy A25 Vivo X500
Processor Exynos 1280 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 615425 3930719
Geekbench Single 956 3302
Geekbench Multi 2082 10240
Display 6.5" Super AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1260x2750
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 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 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 161.0×76.5×8.3 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 197 g 211 g
Launch price — $820

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy A25

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
34
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy A25

  • 6.5" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy A25

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A25 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A25 Exynos 1280
48/100
615425 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +84.3%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A25 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy A25

Price unknown

Vivo X500

$820

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (96/100 vs 47/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (87/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 (84/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A25 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A25 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A25 and the Vivo X500?

The Samsung Galaxy A25 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A25 or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A25 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.