Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1299 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 57/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 907,140); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 907140
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1299
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 33 points higher (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra — 24/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 907140 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×77.2×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Vivo X500 Pro was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (100/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (81/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra by 33 points (90/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.