Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,289,696).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (85/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (85/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.