Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $720 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 28/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $970
- Better portability (82/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 62 points higher (90/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8 — 0/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (82/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 13145 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Samsung Galaxy S8 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (100/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (82/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 by 62 points (90/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
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.