Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $999 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,744,323); the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23+ better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1744323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23+ — 46/100, 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+ (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1744323 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 6.6" 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+
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23+ and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S23+ by 55.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23+ over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ 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.