Samsung Galaxy A71 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A71 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $470 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 44/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 502,844).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A71
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A71 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $970
- Better portability (75/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A71 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 46 points higher (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A71 — 12/100, 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 A71 (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A71 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 730 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 502844 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×7.7 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A71 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A71 by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy A71 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 by 46 points (90/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A71 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A71 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A71 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.