Samsung Galaxy Fold vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy Fold (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. 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 4380); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 824,513); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 263g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy Fold better?
- Overall rating 44/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4380 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 211g vs 263g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Fold 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (94/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Fold | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 824513 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 968 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2731 | 10240 | |
| Display | 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1536x2152 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4380 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×62.9×15.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 263 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 7.3" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1536x2152
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Fold
- 4380 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Fold and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Fold by 79.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (94/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (87/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (84/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Fold by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Fold and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Fold has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Fold or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Fold 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.