Samsung Galaxy A71 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A71 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $470 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-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 502,844); the Samsung Galaxy A71 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A71
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A71 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $470 vs $820
- Better portability (75/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A71 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A71 — 12/100, 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 A71 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A71 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 730 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 502844 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $470 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A71 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A71 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Samsung Galaxy A71 was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (84/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (75/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A71 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A71 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A71 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A71 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.