Samsung Galaxy M17 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $130 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-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 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $820
- Better portability (69/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100, 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 M17 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 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 | — | 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 / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 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 M17
- 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 M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (69/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17 over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.