Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $720 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 28/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $820
- Better portability (82/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 61 points higher (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7500 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (82/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 by 61 points (89/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.