Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $459 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 18/100 (a 71-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 71 points higher (89/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 16/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 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 A7 2017 (96/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (87/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (84/100 vs 16/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $361. Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 was $361 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (96/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (87/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (84/100 vs 16/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 71 points (89/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 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.