Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $260 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 20/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J7 2016
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $820
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3300 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 69 points higher (89/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 — 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 J7 2016 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.7×76.0×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J7 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J7 2016
- 5.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J7 2016
- 3300 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $560. Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 was $560 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (96/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 by 69 points (89/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J7 2016 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.