Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $1799 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 65/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4400); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 1,818,396); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 192g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $970 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 25 points higher (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, 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 Fold5 (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 13145 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 63.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $829. Vivo X500 Pro was $829 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (94/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (81/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 25 points (90/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active 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.