Samsung Galaxy S10e vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S10e (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $749 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 40/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10e is noticeably lighter (150g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10e
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10e better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $820
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3100 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10e vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 49 points higher (89/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10e — 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 S10e (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10e | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2280x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 142.2×69.9×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 2280x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 3100 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10e and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S10e by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Samsung Galaxy S10e was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (84/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e by 49 points (89/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10e and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10e 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.