Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $899 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 42/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $970
- Better portability (85/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 9W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 48 points higher (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, 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 S10 (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (81/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (85/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Samsung Galaxy S10 was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (87/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (81/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (85/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 48 points (90/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 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.