Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $459 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 18/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $970
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 72 points higher (90/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 1/100). 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 16/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 0/100, 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 A7 2017 (100/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.7" Super AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $511. Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 was $511 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (100/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (81/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 72 points (90/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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 A7 2017 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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.