Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $450 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy A53 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A53
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A53 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $820
- Better portability (64/100 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 26/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A53 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A53 — 18/100, 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 A53 (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 A53 (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A53 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1280 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 79 | — | |
| 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 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×74.8×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 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 A53
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A53 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A53 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Samsung Galaxy A53 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (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 A53 (87/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 is a bit better (64/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 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.