Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $999 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 55/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2918
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $999
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 16 points higher (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (72/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1001 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 2918 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 266.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $814. Vivo Y500 (China) was $814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (74/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (72/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 (China) — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.