Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S22 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $799 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3700); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,434,169); the Samsung Galaxy S22 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $820
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 — 26/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.0×70.6×7.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S22 by 63.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Samsung Galaxy S22 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (84/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.