Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 33/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 348,562); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Overall rating 33/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 51 points higher (84/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A05 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A05
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 and the Samsung Galaxy A05 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 51 points (84/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.