Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, 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 62/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,292,685); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $820
- Better portability (82/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2292685
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 27 points higher (89/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 — 38/100, 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 S24 (96/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2292685 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 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 | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 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 S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 41.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (96/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (84/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 by 27 points (89/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for gamers and power 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.