Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $999 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 211g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100, 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 Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 71.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo X500 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (87/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (76/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.