Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2500, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1099 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 72/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is thinner (6.5mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2358
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8211
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1099
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 18 points higher (90/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — 54/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (100/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2358 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8211 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.7×75.2×6.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 by 54.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $129. Vivo X500 Pro was $129 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (100/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (81/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.