Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro vs Vivo X500

The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (2020) runs on the Exynos 9611, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 25 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 355,351); the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 211g).

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro

Performance 25
Display 58
Camera 21
Battery 23
Portability 56
Value for money —

Vivo X500

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 87
Battery 84
Portability 50
Value for money 92

What makes Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro better?

  • Lighter: 179g vs 211g

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)

What makes Vivo X500 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 355351
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 365
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1107
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4050 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 21/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 58/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (94/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (84/100 vs 23/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro Vivo X500
Processor Exynos 9611 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
AnTuTu 355351 3930719
Geekbench Single 365 3302
Geekbench Multi 1107 10240
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1260x2750
Refresh rate — 144 Hz
Battery 4050 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 15W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 40W
Main camera 25 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10.0; One UI 2 Android 17
Brightness (peak) — 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 159.9×76.7×10.0 mm 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm
Weight 179 g 211 g
Launch price — $820

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro

  • Main: 25MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
21
camera

Vivo X500

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro

  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: —
58
display

Vivo X500

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2750
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro

  • 4050 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
23
battery

Vivo X500

  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
84
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro Exynos 9611
30/100
355351 AnTuTu
Vivo X500 MediaTek Dimensity 9600M
89/100 +91.0%
3930719 AnTuTu

Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro

Price unknown

Vivo X500

$820

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (96/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (94/100 vs 58/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (87/100 vs 21/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro (84/100 vs 23/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro and the Vivo X500?

The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 21/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro or the Vivo X500?

The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro 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.