Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 46/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4350); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 961,191); the Vivo X500 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 961191
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4350 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 240g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 43 points higher (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (50/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 961191 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" PLS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4350 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×79.9×10.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro
- 6.6" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro
- 4350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro by 75.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (87/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (84/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro (50/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro by 43 points (89/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy XCover7 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.