Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Vivo Y500

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; estimated prices are $2899 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 57/100 vs 36/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Vivo Y500 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 309g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 21 points (57/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 49
Battery 52
Design 0
Value for money 0
Vivo Y500
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 86
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (49/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8100 vs 5600 mAh
  • Lighter: 210g vs 309g
  • Cheaper: $345 vs $2899

  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Vivo Y500, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 21 points higher (57/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users.
Vivo Y500: The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Vivo Y500
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Unisoc T7300
AnTuTu 2926532
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2160x1584 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5600 mAh 8100 mAh
Charging 45W 44W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP48 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm
Weight 309 g 210 g
Price $2899 $345
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
49
camera
Vivo Y500
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2160x1584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y500
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 5600 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Vivo Y500
  • 8100 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
$2899
Vivo Y500
$345

Price difference: $2554. Vivo Y500 is cheaper by $2554.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (67/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (49/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (37/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y500 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (86/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 21 points (57/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Vivo Y500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Vivo Y500 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (49/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Vivo Y500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Vivo Y500?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.