Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $250 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 257,901); the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A40 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $820
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A40 — 0/100, 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 A40 (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 7500 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 | 25 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A40 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A40 by 93.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Samsung Galaxy A40 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (96/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (84/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 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.