Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs Vivo X500
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 74/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,930,719); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Vivo X500
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3930719
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3302
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10240
- Lighter: 201g vs 211g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 15 points higher (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Vivo X500 by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (74/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide over the Vivo X500?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power 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.