Samsung Galaxy A52s vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A52s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $449 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 783,606); the Samsung Galaxy A52s is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52s
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $820
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A52s — 34/100, 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 A52s (96/100 vs 54/100). 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 A52s (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (84/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A52s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A52s by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Samsung Galaxy A52s was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (96/100 vs 54/100).
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 A52s (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (84/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52s and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52s 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.