Samsung Galaxy A51 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A51 (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $399 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy A51 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A51
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A51 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $820
- Better portability (77/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 355351
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 365
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1107
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A51 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A51 — 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 A51 (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (84/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (77/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A51 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 9611 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 355351 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 365 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1107 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×73.6×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A51
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A51 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A51 by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $421. Samsung Galaxy A51 was $421 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (96/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 (84/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A51 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (77/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A51 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A51 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A51 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A51 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A51 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.