Samsung Galaxy A30 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A30 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $220 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 26/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 257,901); the Vivo X500 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A30
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A30 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $970
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 64 points higher (90/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A30 — 8/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (100/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (81/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A30 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A30 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A30 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $750. Samsung Galaxy A30 was $750 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (100/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (81/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 by 64 points (90/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A30 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.