Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $1099 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 55/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2813
- Lighter: 180g vs 213g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 11 points higher (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (80/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 253.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $914. Vivo Y500 (China) was $914 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (93/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (74/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (80/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 (China) — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.