Samsung Galaxy M13 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy M13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $149 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 31/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy M13 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M13
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy M13 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $820
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M13 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 58 points higher (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M13 — 36/100, 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 M13 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M13 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M13 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy M13 by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $671. Samsung Galaxy M13 was $671 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 (84/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M13 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M13 by 58 points (89/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M13 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy M13 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M13 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M13 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.