Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $599 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $820
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100, 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 S23 FE (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 63.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (96/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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.