Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $999 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 4800); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,017,773).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S21+ better?
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1017773
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1435
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3555
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ 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 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S21+ — 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 S21+ (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (81/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21+ are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S21+ and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 Pro was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (87/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (81/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S21+ are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ by 33 points (90/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for active users. 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.