Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $1000 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 37/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 594,285).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 9 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 211g
- Overall rating 37/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $1000
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 52 points higher (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 9 — 0/100, 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 Note 9 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $1000 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Vivo X500 was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (84/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 by 52 points (89/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 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.