Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 46/100 (a 43-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 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $820
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100, 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 A72 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A72 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 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.