Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $2899 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 55/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 879,714); the Vivo Y500 (China) is noticeably lighter (213g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 213g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $2899
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 14 points higher (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) leads (74/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100, 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 TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (49/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2813 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 309 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $2899 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 232.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2714. Vivo Y500 (China) was $2714 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (79/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (52/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (49/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 (China) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.