Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, 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 32/100 (a 57-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 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $820
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- 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 S9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 57 points higher (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). 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 S9 — 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 S9 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 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 / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 57 points (89/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 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.