Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, 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 32/100 (a 58-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 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $970
- Better portability (76/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- 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 S9 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 58 points higher (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 43/100). 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 S9 — 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 S9 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 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 / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 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 S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 58 points (90/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 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 S9 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 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.