Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $849 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 60/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,841,283); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1841283
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $820 vs $849
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 79/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 29 points higher (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE — 34/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (96/100 vs 79/100). 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 Flip7 FE (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1841283 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 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 16 / One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $849 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
- Main: 50MP 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 Flip7 FE
- 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 Flip7 FE
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Vivo X500 was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (96/100 vs 79/100).
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 Flip7 FE (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (84/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE by 29 points (89/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE 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.