Samsung Galaxy M17e vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $140 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 43/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 528,398); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M17e
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $820
- Better portability (57/100 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 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M17e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 46 points higher (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100, 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 M17e (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M17e | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M17e and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $680. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $680 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 46 points (89/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M17e and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M17e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M17e 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.