Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Vivo Y500i
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $1099 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 560,863); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Vivo Y500i
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 560863
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 2249
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Vivo Y500i, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (60/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100, Vivo Y500i — 58/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 560863 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 2249 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $180 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Vivo Y500i by 463.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $919. Vivo Y500i was $919 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 55/100).
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 Y500i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (80/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Vivo Y500i?
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 Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for everyday use.