Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S22 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $799 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 56/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3700); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,434,169); the Samsung Galaxy S22 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $970
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 34 points higher (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 — 26/100, 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 S22 (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.0×70.6×7.6 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S22 by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Samsung Galaxy S22 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (81/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 by 34 points (90/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 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.