Samsung Galaxy A02 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A02 (2021) runs on the MediaTek MT6739W, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $110 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 20/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A02 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy A02
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 206g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $650
- Overall rating 20/100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 105
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 389
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A02 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 64 points higher (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A02 — 24/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A02 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6739W | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 105 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 389 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A02
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $540. Samsung Galaxy A02 was $540 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 by 64 points (84/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A02 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A02 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A02 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A02 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A02 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.