Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4900); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,289,696).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 193g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 54.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (81/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.