Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-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 528,398); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M16
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M16 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy M16 by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M16
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 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.