Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $599 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 63/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,436,963); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $970
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 27 points higher (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100, 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 S23 FE (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (100/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (81/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 27 points (90/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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.